Cartoonist and illustrator. Born in Wallasey, Cheshire. Best known for his political and social caricatures, cartoons and picture books. He had a long partnership with the American journalist Hunter S. Thompson, drawing pictures for several of his articles and books.
This image is a self-portrait.
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