Fong and the Indians
Fong and the Indians by Paul Theroux is a novel published by Penguin Books Ltd in 1992, featuring 208 pages in English. This work presents a comic-moral tale centered on Fong, an innocent Chinese storekeeper navigating life in East Africa. Despite facing deception and manipulation from those around him, Fong clings to his belief that “man is good,” offering a unique perspective on human nature and resilience.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of innocence and morality within a contemporary setting. The story delves into the challenges faced by Fong as he interacts with various characters, highlighting the complexities of trust and human behavior. This edition invites readers to reflect on the dynamics of culture and community while engaging with Theroux’s distinctive storytelling style.
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One of the earlier novels from the author of “The Mosquito Coast” and “Doctor Slaughter”, this is a comic-moral tale about an innocent Chinese store-keeper in East Africa. Although cheated and manipulated by those around him, Fong maintains his sorely-tried faith that “man is good”.
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