5.5x8.5" with 206 pages. This is a first edition copy of Hunter S. Thompson's seminal work "Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas" which marked the advent of what became known as "Gonzo Journalism." Book has original dust jacket with Ralph Steadman art as well as various Steadman illustrations throughout the book. Random House, ©1971. Initially written as a series for Rolling Stone Magazine, story was collected in book form and is now considered among Thompson's best works. Pages are clean and bright and hardcover is in N. Mint condition. Dust jacket has only the slightest traces of wear with some trivial wear to edges, only mentioned for accuracy. Exc./NM Book does not have any fading at top or bottom outer boards which is typical to this edition. A great example of one of the landmark publications of the counter-culture movement.