Ralph Steadman: Proud Too Be Weirrd

Ralph Steadman: Proud Too Be Weirrd

<div> STANDARD EDITION:<BR> Iconoclastic British artist Ralph Steadman has been creating editorial and political illustrations for more than five decades. Steadman is revered for his ink-splattered, anarchic, and often shocking drawings. His well-known illustrations alongside the work of literary legend Hunter S. Thompson have long been celebrated and have achieved a cult-like following. Together, Steadman and Thompson's iconic work has come to be known as Gonzo journalism. <BR> <br> Ralph and Hunter first met in 1970 on an assignment from <i>Scanlan's Monthly </i>magazine to cover the Kentucky Derby. Their 40-year friendship included collaborations on seminal books such as <i>Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas</i> and <i>The Curse of Lono</i>, as well as numerous articles for Jann Wenner's <i>Rolling Stone</i>, including the George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali fight and coverage of the Watergate scandal.<BR> <br> PROUD TOO BE WEIRRD is the ultimate monograph of this creative genius. Steadman's first-person narrative takes us on a literary and visual journey of his well-known, provocative work and is accompanied by his acerbic wit, heartfelt political views, and unique sense of humor. This must-have book comes in two collectible editions.</div>