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			[[File:Duke_depp.jpg\|Duke depp\|thumb]]
	'''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the [[alter ego]] of [[Hunter S. Thompson]], a prominent American journalist and author. Duke is best known as the protagonist of Thompson's novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]'', which is a [[gonzo journalism]] account of a drug-fueled road trip to [[Las Vegas, Nevada]].		'''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the [[alter ego]] of [[Hunter S. Thompson]], a prominent American journalist and author. Duke is best known as the protagonist of Thompson's novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]'', which is a [[gonzo journalism]] account of a drug-fueled road trip to [[Las Vegas, Nevada]].

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	~~== References ==~~
	~~{{Reflist}}~~

	~~== External Links ==~~
	* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Hunter_S._Thompson Hunter S. Thompson on WikiMD]
	* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Fear_and_Loathing_in_Las_Vegas Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas on WikiMD]

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	~~== Raoul_Duke ==~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:Duke_depp.jpg\|Duke depp~~
	~~File:Duke_and_gonzo.png\|Duke and gonzo~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			== Raoul_Duke ==
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			File:Duke_depp.jpg\|Duke depp
			File:Duke_and_gonzo.png\|Duke and gonzo
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	~~[[File:Duke and gonzo.png\|thumb]]~~ {{Infobox ~~character~~
			{{Infobox person
	\| name = Raoul Duke		\| name = Raoul Duke
	\| ~~first~~ = ~~''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''~~		\| image =
	\| ~~creator~~ = ~~[[Hunter S. Thompson]]~~		\| caption =
	\| occupation = Journalist		\| birth_date =
	\| ~~gender~~ = ~~Male~~		\| birth_place =
			\| death_date =
			\| death_place =
			\| nationality = American
			\| occupation = Journalist, Author
			\| notable_works = [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]
	}}		}}

	'''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the ~~protagonist in~~ [[Hunter S. Thompson]]'s novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''~~. Duke~~ is ~~a semi-autobiographical character, often considered~~ a [[gonzo journalism]] ~~alter ego~~ of ~~Thompson himself. The character is known for his wild,~~ drug-fueled ~~adventures and his cynical, satirical view of American society.~~		'''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the [[alter ego]] of [[Hunter S. Thompson]], a prominent American journalist and author. Duke is best known as the protagonist of Thompson's novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]'', which is a [[gonzo journalism]] account of a drug-fueled road trip to [[Las Vegas, Nevada]].

	~~==Character Overview==~~
	~~Raoul Duke is depicted as a journalist who embarks on a journey~~ to [[Las Vegas~~]] with his attorney, Dr. Gonzo, to cover a motorcycle race for a magazine. The trip quickly devolves into a chaotic exploration of the American Dream~~, ~~fueled by a vast array of drugs and alcohol. Duke's narrative is characterized by his hallucinatory experiences and his critical observations of the culture and politics of the 1970s.~~

	~~==Literary Significance==~~
	~~Raoul Duke is a central figure in the genre of [[gonzo journalism~~]], a style of journalism that blends factual reporting with fictional elements and personal narrative. This style was pioneered by Thompson, and Duke serves as a vehicle for Thompson's commentary on society. The character's adventures in ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'' are emblematic of the countercultural movements of the 1960s and 1970s, reflecting the disillusionment and hedonism of the era.

	==~~Cultural Impact~~==		== Character Overview ==
	Raoul Duke ~~has become an iconic figure in American literature and popular culture. The character was famously portrayed by~~ [[~~Johnny Depp~~]] in the ~~1998 film adaptation~~ of ~~''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas''~~, ~~directed~~ by [[~~Terry Gilliam~~]]. ~~Depp's portrayal further cemented Duke's status as~~ a ~~symbol of the counterculture~~ and ~~the excesses of the American Dream~~.		Raoul Duke is depicted as a [[journalist]] who embarks on a journey to cover a [[motorcycle]] race in Las Vegas, but the assignment quickly devolves into a chaotic exploration of the American dream, fueled by a vast array of [[psychoactive drugs]]. The character is often seen wearing [[aviator sunglasses]], a Hawaiian shirt, and a bucket hat, which have become iconic symbols associated with Thompson himself.

	==~~Themes~~==		== Literary Significance ==
	The character of Raoul Duke ~~explores several themes~~, ~~including:~~		The character of Raoul Duke is a central figure in the genre of [[gonzo journalism]], a style of journalism that blends factual reporting with [[fictional]] elements and [[first-person narrative]]. This style was pioneered by Hunter S. Thompson and is characterized by its [[subjective]] perspective and [[satirical]] tone.

	* '''The American Dream''': Duke~~'s journey is~~ a ~~satirical examination of the American Dream~~, ~~highlighting its contradictions and~~ the ~~disillusionment~~ of the 1970s.		== Cultural Impact ==
	* '''~~Drug Culture~~''~~': Duke's extensive drug use is~~ a ~~central element of the narrative~~, ~~serving~~ as ~~both a literal and metaphorical lens through which he views the world~~.		Raoul Duke has become a cultural icon, representing the countercultural movements of the 1960s and 1970s. The character's adventures in ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'' have been adapted into a [[film]] directed by [[Terry Gilliam]], starring [[Johnny Depp]] as Duke. The film has contributed to the enduring popularity of the character and the novel.
	* '''Counterculture''': Duke embodies the ~~spirit~~ of the ~~countercultural movements, challenging societal norms~~ and ~~authority~~.

	==Also ~~see~~==		== See Also ==
	* [[Hunter S. Thompson]]		* [[Hunter S. Thompson]]
			* [[Gonzo journalism]]
	* [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (film)]]		* [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (film)]]
	* [[Gonzo journalism]]
	* [[Counterculture of the 1960s]]		* [[Counterculture of the 1960s]]

	{{Hunter S. Thompson}}		== References ==
	{{Fear and Loathing}}		{{Reflist}}

			== External Links ==
			* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Hunter_S._Thompson Hunter S. Thompson on WikiMD]
			* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Fear_and_Loathing_in_Las_Vegas Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas on WikiMD]

	[[Category:Fictional journalists]]		[[Category:Fictional journalists]]
	[[Category:Hunter S. Thompson ~~characters~~]]		[[Category:Hunter S. Thompson]]
			[[Category:American literature]]
			[[Category:Counterculture of the 1960s]]
	[[Category:Literary characters introduced in 1971]]		[[Category:Literary characters introduced in 1971]]

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	[[~~file~~:~~Duke_and_gonzo~~.png\|thumb\|Duke and ~~gonzo~~]] '''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the protagonist in [[Hunter S. Thompson]]'s novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''. ~~The character~~ is a semi-autobiographical ~~representation of Thompson himself~~, often ~~referred to as his alter ego. Raoul Duke is~~ a [[~~journalist~~]] ~~and [[author]] who embarks on a~~ drug-fueled ~~journey to [[Las Vegas]] with~~ his ~~attorney~~, ~~Dr. Gonzo~~.		[[File:Duke and gonzo.png\|thumb]] {{Infobox character
			\| name = Raoul Duke
			\| first = ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''
			\| creator = [[Hunter S. Thompson]]
			\| occupation = Journalist
			\| gender = Male
			}}

			'''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the protagonist in [[Hunter S. Thompson]]'s novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''. Duke is a semi-autobiographical character, often considered a [[gonzo journalism]] alter ego of Thompson himself. The character is known for his wild, drug-fueled adventures and his cynical, satirical view of American society.

	==Character Overview==		==Character Overview==
	Raoul Duke is depicted as a [[gonzo journalism~~\|gonzo journalist~~]], a style of journalism that blends factual reporting with fictional elements and personal ~~experiences~~. ~~The character is known for his wild behavior, substance abuse~~, and ~~cynical outlook~~ on ~~life~~. ~~Duke~~'s adventures are ~~often chaotic and surreal, reflecting~~ the countercultural movements of the 1960s and 1970s.		Raoul Duke is depicted as a journalist who embarks on a journey to [[Las Vegas]] with his attorney, Dr. Gonzo, to cover a motorcycle race for a magazine. The trip quickly devolves into a chaotic exploration of the American Dream, fueled by a vast array of drugs and alcohol. Duke's narrative is characterized by his hallucinatory experiences and his critical observations of the culture and politics of the 1970s.

			==Literary Significance==
			Raoul Duke is a central figure in the genre of [[gonzo journalism]], a style of journalism that blends factual reporting with fictional elements and personal narrative. This style was pioneered by Thompson, and Duke serves as a vehicle for Thompson's commentary on society. The character's adventures in ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'' are emblematic of the countercultural movements of the 1960s and 1970s, reflecting the disillusionment and hedonism of the era.

	==~~In ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas''~~==		==Cultural Impact==
	In ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]'', ~~Raoul Duke is assigned to cover the~~ [[~~Mint 400~~]] ~~motorcycle race in Las Vegas~~. ~~Accompanied by his attorney, Dr. Gonzo,~~ Duke's ~~journey quickly devolves into~~ a ~~series of drug-induced escapades. The novel explores themes of the American Dream, the decline~~ of the ~~1960s~~ counterculture, and the ~~impact~~ of ~~[[drug culture]] on society~~.		Raoul Duke has become an iconic figure in American literature and popular culture. The character was famously portrayed by [[Johnny Depp]] in the 1998 film adaptation of ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'', directed by [[Terry Gilliam]]. Depp's portrayal further cemented Duke's status as a symbol of the counterculture and the excesses of the American Dream.

	==~~Portrayals in Media~~==		==Themes==
	Raoul Duke ~~has been portrayed by~~ several ~~actors in various adaptations of Thompson's work. The most notable portrayal is by [[Johnny Depp]] in the 1998 film adaptation of ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas''~~, ~~directed by [[Terry Gilliam]]. Depp's performance is widely regarded as a faithful representation of Thompson's alter ego.~~		The character of Raoul Duke explores several themes, including:

	~~==Influence~~ and ~~Legacy==~~		* '''The American Dream''': Duke's journey is a satirical examination of the American Dream, highlighting its contradictions and the disillusionment of the 1970s.
	~~Raoul~~ Duke ~~has become an iconic figure in [[American literature]]~~ and ~~[[pop culture]]~~. ~~The character~~ embodies the spirit of ~~rebellion and nonconformity, resonating with readers and audiences who identify with~~ the countercultural ~~ethos. Duke's influence extends beyond literature, impacting music, film~~, and ~~art~~.		* '''Drug Culture''': Duke's extensive drug use is a central element of the narrative, serving as both a literal and metaphorical lens through which he views the world.
			* '''Counterculture''': Duke embodies the spirit of the countercultural movements, challenging societal norms and authority.

	==~~Related Pages~~==		==Also see==
	* [[Hunter S. Thompson]]		* [[Hunter S. Thompson]]
	* [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]		* [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (film)]]
	* [[Gonzo journalism]]		* [[Gonzo journalism]]
	* [[Johnny Depp]]
	* [[Terry Gilliam]]
	* [[American literature]]
	* [[Counterculture of the 1960s]]		* [[Counterculture of the 1960s]]

	~~==Categories==~~		{{Hunter S. Thompson}}
	~~[[Category:Literary characters]]~~		{{Fear and Loathing}}
	~~[[Category:~~Hunter S. Thompson]]
	[[Category:Fictional journalists]]		[[Category:Fictional journalists]]
	[[Category:~~American literature~~]]		[[Category:Hunter S. Thompson characters]]
	[[Category:~~Counterculture of the 1960s~~]]		[[Category:Literary characters introduced in 1971]]

	~~{{Literature-stub}}~~

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[[file:Duke_and_gonzo.png|thumb|Duke and gonzo]] '''Raoul Duke''' is a fictional character and the protagonist in [[Hunter S. Thompson]]'s novel ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]''. The character is a semi-autobiographical representation of Thompson himself, often referred to as his alter ego. Raoul Duke is a [[journalist]] and [[author]] who embarks on a drug-fueled journey to [[Las Vegas]] with his attorney, Dr. Gonzo.

==Character Overview==
Raoul Duke is depicted as a [[gonzo journalism|gonzo journalist]], a style of journalism that blends factual reporting with fictional elements and personal experiences. The character is known for his wild behavior, substance abuse, and cynical outlook on life. Duke's adventures are often chaotic and surreal, reflecting the countercultural movements of the 1960s and 1970s.

==In ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas''==
In ''[[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]'', Raoul Duke is assigned to cover the [[Mint 400]] motorcycle race in Las Vegas. Accompanied by his attorney, Dr. Gonzo, Duke's journey quickly devolves into a series of drug-induced escapades. The novel explores themes of the American Dream, the decline of the 1960s counterculture, and the impact of [[drug culture]] on society.

==Portrayals in Media==
Raoul Duke has been portrayed by several actors in various adaptations of Thompson's work. The most notable portrayal is by [[Johnny Depp]] in the 1998 film adaptation of ''Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'', directed by [[Terry Gilliam]]. Depp's performance is widely regarded as a faithful representation of Thompson's alter ego.

==Influence and Legacy==
Raoul Duke has become an iconic figure in [[American literature]] and [[pop culture]]. The character embodies the spirit of rebellion and nonconformity, resonating with readers and audiences who identify with the countercultural ethos. Duke's influence extends beyond literature, impacting music, film, and art.

==Related Pages==
* [[Hunter S. Thompson]]
* [[Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas]]
* [[Gonzo journalism]]
* [[Johnny Depp]]
* [[Terry Gilliam]]
* [[American literature]]
* [[Counterculture of the 1960s]]

==Categories==
[[Category:Literary characters]]
[[Category:Hunter S. Thompson]]
[[Category:Fictional journalists]]
[[Category:American literature]]
[[Category:Counterculture of the 1960s]]

{{Literature-stub}}