The Curse of Lono — Index
Author: Hunter S. Thompson (with Steve Crist, Ralph Steadman, Sean Penn)
Published: 1983 (serial); 2005 TASCHEN limited collector’s edition
Full text: Curse-of-Lono.mobi
Overview
Thompson’s account of covering the Honolulu Marathon (1980) and a fishing expedition in Hawaii. Blends sportswriting, travel, and gonzo excess. Steadman illustrations throughout.
Government-Antagonistic Themes
- Hawaii and empire — Statehood, tourism, military presence; Lono (Hawaiian god) as symbol of displaced indigenous authority
- Sport and spectacle — Marathon as cultural ritual; who benefits
- Environment — Fishing, ocean; extraction vs. stewardship
Specific refs to be added after reading.
Cross-References
- Main index
- Fear and Loathing — Same gonzo/sports-assignment structure
Keywords: #Curse #Lono
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