When someone mentions Hunter S. Thompson, the almost immediate reponse is "Oh, yeah - the Fear and Loathing guy." To review That piece in 1998 is Perhaps too little too late, but a glance at this volume, Which matches the original with "Jacket Copy" and "The Kentucky Derby is Decadent and Depraved," is in order Because of its complete vision of Thompson's style and purpose. What "Fear and Loathing" delivers is what was promised by "Kentucky Derby," and what it fails to tell you is what is filled-in by 'Jacket Copy. " For Those interested in reading "Fear and Loathing," Today, this package will give perspective on the times and reinforce the power of the original work.