Thompson was a truly deranged individual, a drug-fueled lunatic who unfortunately ended up taking his own life.
I find myself on the fence when it comes to the question of whether one should start with Thompson's The Gonzo Papers, which consists of three volumes.
It might have an appeal to those who have a desire to learn the backstory of factual events.
Rather than having to pick through the bits of Gonzoism in works such as Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, The Rum Diaries, The Great Shark Hunt, and others, in an attempt to decipher fact from fiction.
Thompson's unique style and approach to writing have made him a controversial figure, but his works also offer a fascinating glimpse into a world that is both wild and often disturbing.
Whether one chooses to begin with The Gonzo Papers or explore his other works first, there is no denying the impact that Thompson has had on the literary world.