Books by Hugh Thomson
The White Rock
by Hugh Thomson
Truly unforgettable is his account of the controversial American explorer and evangelical preacher Gene Savoy, with whom Thomson rashly teams up. Fortunately, Thomson has the humour to survive his collaboration with this Indiana Jones-like figure. The resulting book is probably the most enjoyable and intelligent travel book to be written on South America in the last 20 years.
Interviews with Hugh Thomson
The best books on Mexico, recommended by Hugh Thomson
Explorer, film-maker and writer, Hugh Thomson, picks the best books on Mexico, from the revolution in 1910, to the conquistadors, to gold mines, to the fatalism of Mexico and more.
Interviews where books by Hugh Thomson were recommended
The best books on The Andes, recommended by Michael Jacobs
The respected author and prominent Hispanist examines the history and people of The Andes. Selects and reviews five great reads, including classics from Isherwood and Hemming
