Timbuktu

About “Timbuktu”

Timbuktu is a 1999 novella by Paul Auster. It follows the life of a dog named Mr. Bones, who is trying to cope with the impending death of his homeless master. The story takes place in the early 1990s and is narrated from Mr. Bones’ perspective. Though the dog is not given human characteristics, he has an internal monologue in English, offering a unique view of his experiences and emotions. The novella explores themes of loneliness, loss, and the bond between a person and their animal companion.