1998
208pp.
Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London 

An illustrated reflection on Gonzo journalism, this is the first edition of ‘Gonzo the Art’ by leading figure in the movement Ralph Steadman, with a foreword by collaborator and noted American author, Hunter S. Thompson. 

The first edition, first impression with no further impressions stated.

In the original unclipped dust wrapper. 

Illustrated throughout by Welsh artist, Ralph Steadman. Steadman illustrated many classic titles, including Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four and is perhaps best known for his longtime collaborative relationship with Hunter S. Thompson.  

“Ralph Steadman’s legendary partnership with American writer Hunter S. Thompson started a new style of reportage which captured the imagination of a generation”. 

In the original cloth binding in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally in excellent condition with just minor shelf wear to the extremities. Dust wrapper is in excellent condition with minor shelf wear to the extremities. Internally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean.

Grading: FINE in a FINE dust wrapper.