The Mosquito Coast by Paul Theroux
"The Mosquito Coast" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that follows the eccentric and idealistic inventor, Allie Fox, as he uproots his family from suburban America to create a utopian society in the jungles of Honduras. As they face numerous challenges and dangers, Allie's obsession with his vision becomes increasingly destructive, leading to a thrilling and tragic climax that explores themes of disillusionment, the clash of cultures, and the consequences of unchecked ambition.
The 2246th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 374
- Words
- 135,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 571st on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)