Hell's Angels Book Reviews

AUTHOR
Hunter S. Thompson
SCORE
4
TOTAL RATINGS
282

Hell's Angels by Hunter S. Thompson Book Summary

Gonzo journalist and literary roustabout Hunter S. Thompson flies with the angels—Hell’s Angels, that is—in this short work of nonfiction.
 
“California, Labor Day weekend . . . early, with ocean fog still in the streets, outlaw motorcyclists wearing chains, shades and greasy Levis roll out from damp garages, all-night diners and cast-off one-night pads in Frisco, Hollywood, Berdoo and East Oakland, heading for the Monterey peninsula, north of Big Sur. . . The Menace is loose again.”
 
Thus begins Hunter S. Thompson’s vivid account of his experiences with California’s most notorious motorcycle gang, the Hell’s Angels. In the mid-1960s, Thompson spent almost two years living with the controversial Angels, cycling up and down the coast, reveling in the anarchic spirit of their clan, and, as befits their name, raising hell. His book successfully captures a singular moment in American history, when the biker lifestyle was first defined, and when such countercultural movements were electrifying and horrifying America. Thompson, the creator of Gonzo journalism, writes with his usual bravado, energy, and brutal honesty, and with a nuanced and incisive eye; as The New Yorker pointed out, “For all its uninhibited and sardonic humor, Thompson’s book is a thoughtful piece of work.” As illuminating now as when originally published in 1967, Hell’s Angels is a gripping portrait, and the best account we have of the truth behind an American legend.

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Book Name Hell's Angels
Genre Social Science
Published
Language English
E-Book Size 7.25 MB

Hell's Angels (Hunter S. Thompson) Book Reviews 2024

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Disappointment. It was all over the place and centered on a few events. Disappointing read over one of Americas historical organizations. I expected better.

A gripping classic. I couldn’t put this down. It’s a candid up-close look into one of the most notorious and secretive MCs, just as shocking today as I’m sure it was when published. This is a must-read for anyone interested in subcultures on the fray of society.

Huh?. While Thompson's other works are highly regarded, this book is a complete waste of time. I only finished this book out of principle; I'm still mad that I bought it. The characters described in this book are mostly illiterate idiots that celebrate they're own life failures by terrorizing people in a weird codependent stupor. I must've missed the point...

In a different era…. Written during a time when lewd and racial language was acceptable. Cringeworthy and difficult to read in that respect.

Hell hath no wrath. A lurching, engaging, meandering walk through the life of the Hells Angels and their associates. HST is a writer who picks you up and puts you in his pocket as you go along for the ride. His descriptive narrative paints a picture like few other writers can do. He brings characters to life and for moments you swear you can see the world through his eyes. Thank you

Interesting book. Well written Thompson classic. Recommend

Terrible UGH. I have been a HST fan for decades and have read almost everything but this book, and it was a letdown. Boring, unfocused, and rambling. The book never develops into anything and just drones on. Big disappointment HST.

Stinker. Very poor book. Ridiculously redundant. Simply goes in circles.

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Bonkers. It’s amazing that somebody reviewed this book at one star and tried to assert that HST did not actually infiltrate the Hell’s Angels. I’m guessing that person(s) is likely a “fan-girl/boy” of the Hell’s Angels (which is really sad on its own) and actually doesn’t know the history or factual basis of this book. HST absolutely infiltrated the Hell’s Angels, and they welcomed him in. Please do some research before talking smack. Also, please find some new heroes. Then, perhaps, try reading the book. HST is a genius and a gem.

Hell's Angel Book. Wow little wonder there are no reviews. What a colossal waste of money on my part and serious waste of a tree on his part (sorry but I can't refer to him as an author) there is NO WAY HE INFILTRATED the club at any level. What a bunch of drivel. This book is not worthy of a star

Dada reads a lot.. Hey maybe we should all take some time and "read" about Hunter before we assume silly things about what he did and didn't do. He did in fact travel with the Hells Angels, among the many unreal things he did. He is arguably one the greatest writers that this generation got to experience. If anyone took in this book and didn't love it... Well I guess maybe we should switch to something around the grade 8 reading level.

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Summary of Hell's Angels by Hunter S. Thompson

The Hell's Angels book written by Hunter S. Thompson was published on 12 May 1975, Monday in the Social Science category. A total of 282 readers of the book gave the book 4 points out of 5.

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