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Paul Theroux
- Active
- Started 1967
About
American travel writer and novelist
Quick Facts
- Name
- Paul Theroux
- Born
- 1941-04-10
- Occupation
- travel writer / novelist / literary critic / professor / screenwriter / writer
- Citizenship
- United States
- Birthplace
- Medford
Relationships
Family
- FatherAlbert Eugene Theroux
- MotherAnne Dittami
- SiblingPeter Theroux
- SiblingAlexander Theroux
- ChildMarcel Theroux
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Awards & Nominations
3 received · 0 nominations listed in Wikidata
| Year | Award / category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Patron’s Medal | Received |
| 1981 | James Tait Black Memorial Prize | Received |
| 1955 | Eagle Scout | Received |
Education
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Medford High School
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q510320 ↗
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