White Sands

Geoff Dyer embarks on a global journey, exploring diverse locations from French Polynesia to Norway, blending fiction and nonfiction in a humorous travelogue. His encounters range from a dubious tour guide in Beijing to reflections on D. H. Lawrence's experiences in New Mexico, and even a photo of Don Cherry at the Watts Towers. Through these adventures, Dyer probes the deeper questions of identity and self-discovery that arise when we venture beyond our familiar surroundings, creating a captivating narrative filled with wit and curiosity.