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Paul Theroux acknowledges that over the years he
has been writing 'with both hands'.
With one he has created his excellent travel books and
novels, with the other, pieces and journalism. Sunrise with
Seamonsters is his immensely entertaining collection of some
of these short writings, which range from verbal snapshots to
critical essays.
Each of the sketches, with its crisp, sharp prose, marks a 'new
confrontation with the world'. Some throw new light on the
political and social climate of diverse cultures, such as Malawi,
Singapore, Ireland, Burma and New York. Others give a lively
portrayal of people the author has met or books and
landscapes which have influenced and inspired him. Together
they create an individual, highly refreshing perspective on two
decades of travelling, writing and living abroad.
'There are marvellous pieces here A collection well worth
putting together' - Sunday Times
'Theroux is one of those damnably good writers for whom
dullness is...
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Fülszöveg
Paul Theroux acknowledges that over the years he
has been writing 'with both hands'.
With one he has created his excellent travel books and
novels, with the other, pieces and journalism. Sunrise with
Seamonsters is his immensely entertaining collection of some
of these short writings, which range from verbal snapshots to
critical essays.
Each of the sketches, with its crisp, sharp prose, marks a 'new
confrontation with the world'. Some throw new light on the
political and social climate of diverse cultures, such as Malawi,
Singapore, Ireland, Burma and New York. Others give a lively
portrayal of people the author has met or books and
landscapes which have influenced and inspired him. Together
they create an individual, highly refreshing perspective on two
decades of travelling, writing and living abroad.
'There are marvellous pieces here A collection well worth
putting together' - Sunday Times
'Theroux is one of those damnably good writers for whom
dullness is a cardinal sin and who seems unable to put a foot
wrong This is certainly the brightest collection of essays to
hit the streets in years' - Irish Times
'Confirms that he is still one of the best literary travellers we
have' - Standard
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