The Great Railway Bazaar: By Train Through Asia
Describe Mr. Gopal, the embassy liaison man showing the tourist sites to Theroux in Chapter 11.
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Gopal obviously prided himself of his vast knowledge of the city of Jaipur, but as Theroux consulted his guidebook, it became obvious that Gopal was profoundly ignorant of the architecture and history of the city. Giving wrong dates and inaccurate descriptions of buildings, Gopal appeared desperate to be knowledgeable to his guest. By making Theroux leave behind his guidebook, Gopal hoped to get away with his act by making it impossible for Theroux to check the facts.