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Paul Theroux
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Paul Theroux

How to pronounce Paul Theroux: Thor-ew (which, incidentally, is different to Henry Thoreau which is pronounced like 'thorough')

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  • Anna Badkhen

    Anna Badkhen

    Anna Badkhen is the author of eight books of nonfiction, including To See Beyond (forthcoming from Bellevue Literary Press in April 2026) and Bright Unbearable Reality, longlisted for the National Book Award. Born in the ... (more)

    If you enjoyed:
    Dark Star Safari

    Try:
    Fisherman's Blues
    by Anna Badkhen

  • Greg Behrman

    Greg Behrman

    reg Behrman is the founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief of NationSwell. NationSwell is a digital media company focused on American renewal. The team identifies the new American innovators and pioneers who are doing the most ... (more)

    If you enjoyed:
    Dark Star Safari

    Try:
    The Invisible People
    by Greg Behrman

  • Tom Bissell

    Tom Bissell

    Tom Bissell is the author of Chasing the Sea, God Lives in St. Petersburg, The Father of All Things, Why Video Games Matter, Magic Hours: Essays On Creators and Creation (2012) and Apostle: Travels Among the Tombs of the ... (more)

    If you enjoyed:
    The Elephanta Suite

    Try:
    God Lives In St. Petersburg
    by Tom Bissell

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