- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd; New edition edition (26 Jun 1986)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0140084479
- ISBN-13: 978-0140084474
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,029,718 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This collection of essays range from travel pieces to literary essays. Some essays throw light on the political and social climate of diverse cultures such as Malawi, Singapore and Ireland, while others give a portrait of people, books or landscapes that have inspired the author.
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
essay writing at its best
5 July 2000
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderful collection for fans of Theroux and writers who want to study the craft of essay writing. The range of topics is wide, covering everything from travel (of course) to politics (Nixon) to Tarzan-as-expatriate. It's also a great window into Theroux's development as a writer as it spans two and a half decades of his career.
I had the pleasure of reading these when I was in the Peace Corps myself, stationed in the Nepal highlands. Thanks for the fun and inspiration, Paul!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
A Literary Treasure
22 Jun 2009
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This 300-page-plus collection of essays is truly a treasure chest. Not a page is devoid of wondrous facts or insights by this chronicler of people, places and things. He takes you to exotic countries (in fact one of his essays is on the very nature of "exotic"). He takes you on fascinating journeys, not only in third world outposts but even in the U.S. He introduces you to irrestible people, many famous, many not. He shares with you insights and opinions in a manner that is respectful, not pedantic. I think Theroux is one of our best essayists and his eye for the potpourri that our world encompasses is unerring. Reading Theroux' essays and non-fiction work is always a pleasure. (His novels, however, are another matter, to be discussed at another time....)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Superb example of great writing
7 Mar 2011
Format:Paperback
I found this book in a bookstore in Vienna in 1992. The stories are so well written, I find myself going back to them time and time to re-read. Paul writes with the very best. Some of the many great passages deserve to read many times. It's that good.
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