Paul Theroux on his new novel, Under The Wave at Waimea - a podcast by BBC Radio 4

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 SutcliffeProducer: Oliver Jones

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