Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a semi-autobiographical novel by Hunter S. Thompson that follows the drug-fueled journey of journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo as they travel to Las Vegas to cover a motorcycle race. The novel explores themes of the American Dream, the counterculture movement of the 1960s, and the destructive nature of drug abuse. Thompson’s unique writing style and dark humor make this novel a cult classic.