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Lesson 1 (from Mescalito, Pages 15 through 29)

Objective

Mescalito, Pages 15 through 29

Hunter S. Thompson (1937 - 2005) was an American journalist and author who is credited as the creator of Gonzo journalism, a style of reporting where reporters involve themselves in the action to such a degree that they become central figures of their stories. Screw-jack is a collection of three short semi-autobiographical narratives including "Mescalito," "Death of a Poet," and "Screwjack." In today's lesson, students are introduced to the author Hunter S. Thompson. They will research and discuss Thompson's biography, works, and style.

Lesson

1) Teacher Lecture: Introduce the class to the book and author. Hunter S. Thompson was an American journalist and author and will be the focus of today's research.

2) Research Activity: Allow students time in class to conduct independent research on the author Hunter S. Thompson. Students should concentrate on Thompson's education and rise to journalism, style of writing, gonzo journalism, major works...

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