The Vanishing Point

Stories

From the bestselling novelist, travel writer, and “master of the short story” (NPR) comes a brilliant new collection.

The stories in Paul Theroux’s fascinating new collection are both exotic and domestic, their settings ranging from Hawaii to Africa and New England. Each focuses on life’s vanishing points—a moment when seemingly all lines running through one’s life converge, and one can see no farther, yet must deal with the implications. With the insight, subtlety, and empathy that has long characterized his work, Theroux has written deeply moving stories about memory, longing, and the passing of time, reclaiming his status, once again, as a master of the form.

Theroux’s take on the world and life in general.

Theroux I like a lot. Have read all of his books and I like them all.

Nothing Particular

Liked the first 5 stories of collection. Lost me with Scout Stories. But like the Author any way.