Rick H. (WileyCoyote) reviewed on + 98 more book reviews
Abridged Edition
This is a huge departure from my normal "Mystery/Thriller" genre. We all need a little variety in our lives, as well as in our reading/listening.
I have heard a lot of praise for this book from friends, and just decided to give it a try, and see for myself. I'm glad I did! I'm only sorry that I couldn't find and unabridged tape at the time I decided to listen. I'll find one somewhere ------
Don't get confused --- This book is about Alaska.
Written in 1998, this book is true to Michener's mode of the sweeping epic, historical facts and memorable characters.T he story is about Alaska in all of its glory. You'll see Alaska from all possible angles. I found the book packed full of the richest descriptive scenes and fascinating characters.
You probably think this HAS to be a dull book - well, you're wrong! The story is an action packed novel of the peole and places of Alaska.
I don't think you'll be disappointed with this one, other than maybe not being able to find an unabridged one, but look at this as a "primer" for the unabridged one when you do find it!
Wiley Coyote
This is a huge departure from my normal "Mystery/Thriller" genre. We all need a little variety in our lives, as well as in our reading/listening.
I have heard a lot of praise for this book from friends, and just decided to give it a try, and see for myself. I'm glad I did! I'm only sorry that I couldn't find and unabridged tape at the time I decided to listen. I'll find one somewhere ------
Don't get confused --- This book is about Alaska.
Written in 1998, this book is true to Michener's mode of the sweeping epic, historical facts and memorable characters.T he story is about Alaska in all of its glory. You'll see Alaska from all possible angles. I found the book packed full of the richest descriptive scenes and fascinating characters.
You probably think this HAS to be a dull book - well, you're wrong! The story is an action packed novel of the peole and places of Alaska.
I don't think you'll be disappointed with this one, other than maybe not being able to find an unabridged one, but look at this as a "primer" for the unabridged one when you do find it!
Wiley Coyote
