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Book Synopsis: The acclaimed author explores the greatest travel writing by literary adventurers from Freya Stark and James Baldwin to Nabokov and Hemmingway. Paul Theroux celebrates fifty years of wandering the globe with this meditative journey through the books that shaped him as a reader and traveler. Part philosophical guide, part miscellany, part reminiscence, The Tao of Travel enumerates “The Contents of Some Travelers’ Bags” and exposes “Writers Who Wrote about Places They Never Visited”; tracks extreme journeys in “Travel as an Ordeal” and highlights some of “Travelers’ Favorite Places.” Excerpts from the best of Theroux’s own work are interspersed with selections from travelers both familiar and unexpected, including J.R.R. Tolkien, Samuel Johnson, Eudora Welty, Evelyn Waugh, Isak Dinesen, Charles Dickens, Henry David Thoreau, Pico Iyer, Mark Twain, Anton Chekhov, Bruce Chatwin, John McPhee, Peter Matthiessen, Graham Greene, Paul Bowles, and many more.
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Embark on a transformative journey with "The Tao of Travel" and discover a world of insights and reflections from renowned literary adventurers. Paul Theroux's mesmerizing exploration of travel writing will transport you to distant lands and inspire your wanderlust. From the profound philosophies to the vivid descriptions, this book is a treasure trove of wisdom that will enrich your soul and ignite your passion for exploration.
Delve into the minds of visionary writers such as Freya Stark, James Baldwin, and Nabokov, as Theroux takes you on a meditative sojourn through the pages that have shaped his life as a reader and traveler. Uncover the secrets hidden within the contents of travelers' bags, discover the allure of travelers' favorite places, and witness the power of extreme journeys as an ordeal. Let the words of literary greats like Hemingway, Tolkien, and Thoreau stir your imagination and fuel your desire for adventure.
Immerse yourself in a literary feast that blends philosophy, memoir, and adventure, offering a unique perspective on the art of travel. With excerpts from Theroux's own captivating writings seamlessly woven with selections from a diverse array of travelers, "The Tao of Travel" is a captivating tapestry of experiences that will leave you craving for more. Let this book be your guide to a world of literary escapades and profound revelations on the road less traveled.
Ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and wanderlust? Take the first step towards enlightenment and adventure with "The Tao of Travel." Experience the transformative power of travel writing and immerse yourself in a world of literary wonders. Order your copy now and unlock the secrets of the road with Paul Theroux's timeless masterpiece.
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