Comments on: Review: The Lost City of Z, David Grann

By: Nymeth

Nymeth — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 18:14:53 +0000

I love the sound of this – it sounds exactly like my mind of non-fiction.

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:51:24 +0000

I have a big trip coming up and this one is getting downloaded to the Nook for the plane ride. Glad to hear it’s worth it.

By: heidenkind

heidenkind — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 22:21:20 +0000

Sitting at home and dreaming of exploring the Amazon is probably much better than actually doing it. Not that I’d pass up the chance, mind…

By: Fyrefly

Fyrefly — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 21:38:46 +0000

I really enjoyed this one as well, more than I expected to, but you and I had somewhat of opposite reactions on one particular point… I actually wanted *more* of Grann’s story. Not so much of Grann’s time in the Amazon, but I really wanted more about his research process, how he found/uncovered Fawcett’s papers that hadn’t previously been known to historians, etc.

By: S. Krishna

S. Krishna — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:37:33 +0000

I have really been into travelogues too lately! I enjoyed this one as well. I have to say, I LOL’d at “It’s really obvious he hasn’t died.” Great review!

By: SuziQoregon

SuziQoregon — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:07:06 +0000

This is one of those books that I want to read simply because of the variety of people who have recommended it. Folks who don’t normally like similar books are saying they enjoyed this one. I’ve got it on my ebook wish list and will probably download it soon.

You have seriously been reading from my TBR list this week!!

By: Beth F

Beth F — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:41:02 +0000

Oh, since Heather mentioned the audio, I might go that route. The Amazon is a scary place — even today.

By: Heather J.

Heather J. — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:49:38 +0000

I really enjoyed the audio version of this book. And I agree with you that people don’t seem able to survive both rainforest and polar climates – it seems you’re meant to be in one or the other. That said, I tend to enjoy polar exploration/survival books more than tropical ones, though I still recommend this book highly.

By: Jen - Devourer of Books

Jen - Devourer of Books — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:31:36 +0000

I’m with Lenore, I have GOT to make time for this, I’ve had a copy forever (before the hardcover came out!).

By: zibilee

zibilee — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:11:44 +0000

I just bought this book last months after having had it recommended to me on several occasions, and after reading your review, I really want to jump with into it! It sounds fascinating and like a story that I would really be glued to. I am glad that you enjoyed it and gave it such a positive review. I will be looking forward to it!! Thanks!