The Joke Is Over
This event of the new Denver Press Club author series, Quill and Sword, was held at the Denver Newspaper Agency auditorium.
This program contains language and images that some viewers may find offensive.
Ralph Steadman talked about his memoir, The Joke’s Over: Bruised Memories, Gonzo, Hunter S. Thompson and Me, published by Harcourt. British … read more
Ralph Steadman talked about his memoir, The Joke’s Over: Bruised Memories, Gonzo, Hunter S. Thompson and Me, published by Harcourt. British artist and illustrator Ralph Steadman, who illustrated many of the works of Hunter S. Thompson, discussed his complicated friendship with the gonzo journalist from Woody Creek, Colorado. During this event, Mr. Steadman discussed the creation of gonzo journalism, shared stories about his time together with Hunter S. Thompson, and showed a large selection of his drawings. He also talked about Hunter S. Thompson’s funeral. After his presentation he responded to audience members' questions.
This event of the new Denver Press Club author series, Quill and Sword, was held at the Denver Newspaper Agency auditorium.
This program contains language and images that some viewers may find offensive. close
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