I have published four novels and four books of literary criticism; I'm currently at work on a book called FOR THE LOVE OF BROKEN THINGS: MY FATHER, EDWARD GIBBON AND THE RUINS OF ROME. I teach in the Department of English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University.
Modern way of learning about new cultures: Reading exotic-themed mystery novels.
ReplyDeleteModern way of having unusual experiences: Eating at exotic-themed restaurants. (Hard Rock Cafe at the low end, the money restaurant at the high end.)