The Old Patagonian Express

In "The Old Patagonian Express," Paul Theroux chronicles his adventurous train journey from the cold streets of Boston to the sun-baked expanses of Argentina’s southern tip. As he navigates through diverse landscapes and fluctuating climates, he shares encounters with intriguing characters, including the dull Mr. Thornberry in Limón and the revered blind writer Jorge Luis Borges in Buenos Aires.