calamaridog
08-10-2007, 05:43AM
Dark Star Safari - Overland From Cairo to Cape Town
This book was a NY Times bestseller in 2003. Theroux is one of the most important living American writers. This book is a very good read.
Theroux is most famous for his travel books and this is said to be one of his finest. He touches on historical, political, and social aspects of the places he visits, however, the most interesting aspect of his travels would be when he shares is own perspectives, fears, and joys of his travels.
This book was a NY Times bestseller in 2003. Theroux is one of the most important living American writers. This book is a very good read.
Theroux is most famous for his travel books and this is said to be one of his finest. He touches on historical, political, and social aspects of the places he visits, however, the most interesting aspect of his travels would be when he shares is own perspectives, fears, and joys of his travels.