Figures in a Landscape: People and Places
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Figures in a Landscape: People and Places
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Paul Theroux
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:416 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| Category/Genre | Memoirs
Literary essays
Travel writing |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780241977507
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| Classifications | Dewey:814.54 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Books Ltd
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| Imprint |
Penguin Books Ltd
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| Publication Date |
25 April 2019 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Classic essays and writings from the acclaimed travel writer collected for the first time Drawing together classic Theroux pieces from the past 14 years, this new collection offers a comprehensive and deeply searching portrait of its acclaimed author - a kind of autobiography through work. Figures in a Landscape ranges from profiles of cultural icons (Oliver Sacks, Elizabeth Taylor, Robin Williams) to intimate personal remembrances; from thrilling adventures in Africa to literary writings from Theroux's rich and expansive personal reading. Collectively these pieces build up a fascinating portrait of Paul Theroux's restless, ever-curious mind.
Author Biography
Paul Theroux has written many works of fiction and travel writing, including the modern classics The Great Railway Bazaar, The Old Patagonian Express, My Secret History and The Mosquito Coast. He won the Edward Stanford Award for Outstanding Contribution to Travel Writing 2020. Paul Theroux divides his time between Cape Cod and the Hawaiian islands.
ReviewsWonderful... Evidence of both the breadth of Theroux's interests and his skill in bringing them to life * Sunday Times Culture *
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