I rank “Campaign Trail ‘72” second among the campaign books I’ve read behind Richard Ben Cramer’s “What It Takes,” but they’re different books: Cramer was trying to swallow everything, while Thompson was sending dispatches.
Highly recommend Timothy Crouse’s “The Boys on the Bus” as a companion to “Campaign Trail ‘72.” Crouse was literally Thompson’s ride-along and offers his take on the other correspondents.
Great writing, Paul
Thank you.
Will have to watch “Gonzo.”
I rank “Campaign Trail ‘72” second among the campaign books I’ve read behind Richard Ben Cramer’s “What It Takes,” but they’re different books: Cramer was trying to swallow everything, while Thompson was sending dispatches.
Highly recommend Timothy Crouse’s “The Boys on the Bus” as a companion to “Campaign Trail ‘72.” Crouse was literally Thompson’s ride-along and offers his take on the other correspondents.