Front Row - Paul Theroux on his new novel, Under The Wave at Waimea
Download Paul Theroux on his new novel, Under The Wave at Waimea
Paul Theroux talks to Tom Sutcliffe about his latest novel “Under The Wave At Waimea” set in Hawaii where he now lives. Published just as he’s celebrated his 80th birthday - it uses surfing as an allegory for consideration of ageing, contemplation, writing, reading and reflecting on his professional and personal life. The conversation ranges across Theroux's long and successful career as a writer of fiction and of travel books.
Presenter: Tom Sutcliffe
Producer: Oliver Jones
Published on Thursday, 15th April 2021.
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