Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Hunter S. Thompson

Opium Term Analysis

An addictive drug derived from opium poppy plants, also used as a pharmaceutical pain killer. Duke and Gonzo take opium to Las Vegas in their bag of drugs.

Opium Term Timeline in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

The timeline below shows where the term Opium appears in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.

“Where’s the opium?” Gonzo asks. Duke hands him the drug bag, which is nearly empty. “As your attorney,”... (full context)

Mescaline

Seconal