To the Ends of the Earth
Описание
Paul Theroux's "To the Ends of the Earth" offers a captivating collection of travel writing, showcasing his unique perspective on the world. Through vivid descriptions and insightful observations, Theroux immerses readers in the cultures and landscapes of various destinations, from bustling railway bazaars to remote corners of the globe. The book's diverse range of locations, including India, South America, and Southeast Asia, provides a rich tapestry of human experiences. Theroux's keen eye for detail, combined with his engaging narrative style, makes this a compelling read for anyone interested in travel, history, and culture. His insightful observations on the people and places he encounters create a unique perspective on the global village, offering a glimpse into the heart of different societies.
Table of Contents
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Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
Introduction
Map
1 - The Great Railway Bazaar
The Mysterious Mister Duffill
Looking out the Window at Yugoslavia
Dusk in Central Turkey
Sadik
Peshawar
The Village in the Railway Station
Mr. Bhardwaj on the Railcar to Simla
In Jaipur with Mr. Gopal
The Grand Trunk Express to the Real India
“I Find You English Girl”—Madras
Mr. Wong the Tooth Mechanic
Mr. Chatterjee’s Calcutta
The Hopping Man
Memories of the Raj—Mr. Bernard in Burma
Gokteik Viaduct
The Hué—Danang Passenger Train, Vietnam 1973
The Trans-Siberian Express
2 - The Old Patagonian Express
Travel Is a Vanishing Act
On the Frontier
Lost Lover in Veracruz
Magic Names
Earthquakes in Guatemala
The Pretty Town of Santa Ana
Soccer in San Salvador
Holy Mass in San Vicente
To Limón with Mr. Thornberry
In the Zone
Shadowing an Indian
High Plains Drifter
Buenos Aires
Borges
In Patagonia
3 - The Kingdom by the Sea
English Traits
Rambler
Falklands News
John Bratby
Shallys
Bognor
Sad Captain
(1) B & B: Victory Guest House
(2) B & B: The Puttocks
(3) B & B: The Bull
(4) B & B: Allerford
Holiday Camp
Happy Little Llanelli
Tenby
Naked Lady
Jan Morris
Railway Buff
Llandudno
Looking Seaward
Insulted England
Mrs. Wheeney, Landlady
Belfast
Giant’s Causeway
The Future in Enniskillen
Mooney’s Hotel
Cape Wrath
Royal Visit
Trippers
Typical
4 - Riding the Iron Rooster
Belles du Jour
Mongols
Chinese Inventions
Public Bathhouse
Shanghai
The Red Guards and the Violinist
Performing Animals
The Edge of the World
Lost Cities
Fear of Flying
Handmade Landscape
The Terra-cotta Warriors
Endangered Species Banquet
Shaoshan: “Where the Sun Rises”
The Great Wall
Mr. Tian
Cherry Blossom
Driving to Tibet
Lhasa
5 - Down the Yangtze
Trackers
The Yangtze Gorges
6 - Sunrise with Seamonsters
The Edge of the Great Rift
Curfew
Rats in Rangoon
Writing in the Tropics
Natives and Expatriates
His Highness
The Hotel in No-Man’s-Land
The Pathan Camp
Dingle
Nudists in Corsica
New York Subway
Rowing Around the Cape
“AN UNFORGETTABLE TOUR OF THE WORLD WITH THEROUX …
[His] powers of description and knack at turning a phrase are arresting.… Wonderful.”
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“A unique view of our global village as experienced through a unique writer’s eyes and ears … Like a modern Ulysses … His writings are proof that getting there may be most of the fun.”
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“An enticing selection of travel writings by one of the premier travel writers in the English language … Theroux has the ability of penetrating to the heart of wherever he journeys.… [He’s] a top-notch travel writer.”
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“Scintillating … Theroux will never tell you about the best hotel in town because, chances are, he’s never stayed there. He
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WALDO
FONG AND THE INDIANS
GIRLS AT PLAY
JUNGLE LOVERS
SINNING WITH ANNIE and Other Stories
SAINT JACK
THE BLACK HOUSE
THE FAMILY ARSENAL
THE CONSUL’S FILE
A CHRISTMAS CARD
PICTURE PALACE
LONDON SNOW
WORLD’S END
THE MOSQUITO COAST
THE LONDON EMBASSY
HALF MOON STREET
O-ZONE
MY SECRET HISTORY
CHICAGO LOOP
MILLROY THE MAGICIAN
MY OTHER LIFE
KOWLOON TONG
HOTEL HONOLULU
STRANGER AT THE PALAZZO D’ORO
BLINDING LIGHT
THE ELEPHANTA SUITE
A DEAD HAND
V.S. NAIPAUL
THE GREAT RAILWAY BAZAAR
THE OLD PATAGONIAN EXPRESS
THE KINGDOM BY THE SEA
SAILING THROUGH CHINA
SUNRISE WITH SEAMONSTERS
THE IMPERIAL WAY
RIDING THE IRON ROOSTER: By Train Through China
TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH
THE HAPPY ISLES OF OCEANIA
SIR VIDIA’S SHADOW
FRESH AIR FIEND
NURSE WOLF AND DR. SACKS
DARK STAR SAFARI
GHOST TRAIN TO THE EASTERN STAR
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Copyright © 1990, 1991 by Paul Theroux
Photographs copyright © 1991 by Carin Riley
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