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Book Review of Pillars of Hercules

Pillars of Hercules
Pillars of Hercules
Author: Paul Theroux
Genres: Literature & Fiction, Travel
Book Type: Paperback
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I'm not sure why Theroux is so popular as a travel writer. Yes, he is adventurous in the sense that he travels alone on itineraries that are not common for Americans. However, he approaches other cultures in a sour-tempered, spiteful mood and he tends to be extremely judgmental rather than curious and tolerant. Not sure I'm going to finish this book because of that flaw.