I simply have to mention my current fascination with Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson. Inspired by the 1998 film starring Johnny Depp and Benecio Del Toro, I found the book on which that motion picture is based equally entertaining. If you're into DVD's, I highly recommend the Criterion version of this film. Its rather pricey at $30, but with all the extras and commentaries by Thompson and director Terry Gilliam, its well worth the cost. The commentary by Thompson is hilarious- and very insightful into the background of the author and the politics of making the film.