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In 1973, Paul Theroux set out on a four‑month train journey beginning in the United Kingdom and passing through Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. His account, The Great Railway Bazaar, documents the sights, sounds, and people he meets, offering detailed descriptions of the railroad routes and the varied cultural landscapes he traverses.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Paul Theroux
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