Doctor Slaughter

Doctor Slaughter by Paul Theroux is a New Edition published by Penguin in 1985, featuring 154 pages in English. This work presents a narrative that begins at a General’s dinner party, where a statement by Van Arkady sets off a chain of events that dramatically alters Lauren Slaughter’s life. As a Fellow at the Hemisphere Institute of International Studies, Lauren navigates a complex existence in Brixton, where financial struggles lead her to make difficult choices.

Readers will find a blend of wit and menace throughout the story, which incorporates elements of social satire and violence. The narrative explores themes within the realms of literature and fiction, horror, and action and adventure. This edition invites readers to engage with a thought-provoking exploration of societal issues through the lens of its characters and their experiences.