Hunter S. Thompson, (1937-2005), was an American journalist and author who created the genre known as gonzo journalism, a highly personal style of reporting that made Thompson a counterculture icon.  He is known for his irreverent cultural and political criticism; a few of his many books include Hell's Angels, Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail ‘72, and, most famously, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.  In addition to his writing, Thompson became famous for his larger-than-life persona, which was highlighted by drug- and alcohol-fueled adventures and a distaste for authority. The Red Shark was a nickname for his 1973 Chevrolet Caprice.

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