{"product_id":"ralph-steadman-proud-too-be-weirrd-limited-edition-9781623260217","title":"Ralph Steadman: Proud Too Be Weirrd: Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Signed \u0026amp; Numbered Limited Edition of \u003ci\u003eProud Too Be Weirrd\u003c\/i\u003e with an Exclusive Print! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIconoclastic 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Ralph and Hunter first met in 1970 on an assignment from \u003ci\u003eScanlan's Monthly \u003c\/i\u003emagazine to cover the Kentucky Derby. Their 40-year friendship included collaborations on seminal books such as \u003ci\u003eFear and Loathing in Las Vegas\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Curse of Lono\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as numerous articles for Jann Wenner's \u003ci\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/i\u003e, including the George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali fight and coverage of the Watergate scandal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e Proud Too Be Weirrd\u003c\/i\u003e 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 limited edition is signed and numbered and includes an exclusive print.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRalph Steadman is the recipient of numerous awards and accolades for his illustrations in classic books such as \"Alice in Wonderland, Treasure Island, Animal Farm, \"and\" Fahrenheit 451.\" His revered work has appeared in numerous publications throughout the years, including \"Rolling Stone, The Daily Telegraph,\" and \"The New York Times.\" This fall, a documentary film on Steadman, narrated by Johnny Depp, will be released by Sony Pictures. Fifteen years in the making, the film \"For No Good Reason\" highlights the many reasons to admire this one-of-a-kind artist. Likewise, PROUD TOO BE WEIRD celebrates the profound creative genius of Ralph Steadman.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Ammo Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50360937742610,"sku":"9781623260217","price":344.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_fea9d596-7128-40ec-ba24-4dc730b4c5da.jpg?v=1728367943","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ralph-steadman-proud-too-be-weirrd-limited-edition-9781623260217","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}