Adventure and love story with the associated betrayal and greed hijinks. Good character development and somewhat inspirational in these crazy times weAdventure and love story with the associated betrayal and greed hijinks. Good character development and somewhat inspirational in these crazy times we live in. Listened to this while hiking and it made the miles fly by....more
Incredible book for many reasons. The power of words, scenes and character are expertly demonstrated in this masterpiece. I consider this one of the vIncredible book for many reasons. The power of words, scenes and character are expertly demonstrated in this masterpiece. I consider this one of the very best books I have ever read. Hierarchy of human needs change.......more
A love story? Yes ....an adventure story? Yes....an historical novel? A swashbuckler? Undoubtedly. A fun and exciting read especially when hiking. EnjA love story? Yes ....an adventure story? Yes....an historical novel? A swashbuckler? Undoubtedly. A fun and exciting read especially when hiking. Enjoyed this as much as any I have listened to....more
A little tough to follow from me. Kinda Faulknerish in temporal sense. Drifting from past, present and future. I am not part of the literary elite thaA little tough to follow from me. Kinda Faulknerish in temporal sense. Drifting from past, present and future. I am not part of the literary elite that this must attract.....more
Not my cup of tea....resurrection and regeneration and magic oh my. I mummies and eternal life works for you this is the book for you...I found it tirNot my cup of tea....resurrection and regeneration and magic oh my. I mummies and eternal life works for you this is the book for you...I found it tiresome....more
Excellent adventure and dramatic realization of man's struggle with liberty and psychological handicaps. Overcoming all odds in a beautiful but hostilExcellent adventure and dramatic realization of man's struggle with liberty and psychological handicaps. Overcoming all odds in a beautiful but hostile environment takes courage and assistance of others. This author can describe nature with the best....and his insight into the human condition is up there as well. Underappreciated by most but not this reader....more
Fun read with an abundance of twists and turns. For the most part, the good guys are good guys and the bad guys are bad guys...which is refreshing witFun read with an abundance of twists and turns. For the most part, the good guys are good guys and the bad guys are bad guys...which is refreshing with this author. Good change of pace novel....more
Great overview of intrepid men on an incredible journey. The author admits upfront it. Is an overview so there should not be any disappointment from aGreat overview of intrepid men on an incredible journey. The author admits upfront it. Is an overview so there should not be any disappointment from anyone. I listened to this while on trail and it made my nagging aches feel much better....plus I did not have to do humongous portages and I had a good supply of snacks and water. Courage was in evidence daily....more
A masterpiece written in the 20th Century about an event in the 19th century and read by someone in the 21st century. Filled this reader with awe, teaA masterpiece written in the 20th Century about an event in the 19th century and read by someone in the 21st century. Filled this reader with awe, tears and admiration. A better book would be hard to find but I will continue the search....more
So much in this gem....I will share one portion of a sentence that sums up modern man....today's man ' is so competent to both think without knowing aSo much in this gem....I will share one portion of a sentence that sums up modern man....today's man ' is so competent to both think without knowing and to know without thinking'... This is a well written portrayal of a society long gone and always criticized by those with huge splinters in their own eyes. Can not recommend this book enough....more
Enjoyable and suspenseful. Listened to this on the trail and regretted whenever the trail ended. Good character development with one fellow reminded mEnjoyable and suspenseful. Listened to this on the trail and regretted whenever the trail ended. Good character development with one fellow reminded me of Mr. Potter from It's a Wonderful Life .......more
Charming mystery with good character development. Listened while hiking and made the effort enjoyable and time flew by. Great reader helped a lot. FunCharming mystery with good character development. Listened while hiking and made the effort enjoyable and time flew by. Great reader helped a lot. Fun book....more
A young adult book? Ha....it is an adult book ..for young and old and those in between as well. Great character development about seeing truth throughA young adult book? Ha....it is an adult book ..for young and old and those in between as well. Great character development about seeing truth through pomp. Lessens learned apply to today's modern life. Would give this a 10 rating if possible...more
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