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Paul Theroux

Writing

Born April 10, 1941 · Medford, Massachusetts, United States

Biography

Paul Edward Theroux is an American novelist and travel writer who has written numerous books, including the travelogue The Great Railway Bazaar (1975). Some of his works of fiction have been adapted as feature films. He was awarded the 1981 James Tait Black Memorial Prize for his novel The Mosquito Coast, which was adapted for the 1986 movie of the same name and the 2021 television series of the same name.

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Awards & recognition

  • Patron’s Medal · 2015
  • James Tait Black Memorial Prize · 1981
  • Eagle Scout · 1955

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