The Pump House Gang is a 1968 collection of essays and journalism by Tom Wolfe. The stories in the book explored various aspects of the counterculture of the 1960s.The Pump House Gang is a 1968 collection of essays and journalism by Tom Wolfe. The stories in the book explored various aspects of the counterculture of the 1960s. The Pump House Gang is an absolute must-have for readers and writers alike and is another one of Reference Points favourites. Condition is fine with multiple clear dust covers to protect this classic from further damage however there is a substantial tear to the cover at the top.