Into Thin Air, Triumph or Disaster?
Title of the Book: Into Thin Air
Author: Jon Krakauer
Number of Pages: 416
Rating: ☆☆☆☆
Review:
Did outdoor adventure author Jon Krakauer strike again, or is his book Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster, a disaster? This piece of literary nonfiction chronicles the 1996 Everest attempt by a group of climbers and how it spiraled into chaos, unforeseen by all. Led by Robert Hall, a world renowned mountaineer and guide, a group of climbing junkies from around the world began their ascent with large ambitions, but the survivors ended their descent with heavy hearts.
This book is told through a unique lens due to the writing style and history of the author, Jon Krakauer. Jon has written for many magazines, giving him a lengthy repertoire of journalistic approach. The way that Krakauer lays out the facts while keeping the reader engaged in the story shows off his skill set in an impressive and unique manner. The reader goes through the journey of the mountain over time, as the history of the tallest peak is given as a precursor to the story of this particular group of climbers. As you go through this book, you experience highs and lows, wins and losses, alongside the team as they make their way through the months leading to their summit attempt in the summer of 1996.
All in all I would recommend this book to someone looking for an intriguing and informative read. Hopefully after reading this review, the reader will go into the book with a better idea of what to expect than I had when I started, (with this, I particularly reference the amount of history that the reader experiences in the beginning of the book). Be prepared to get educated on the tales the mountain has to tell, and ready for a twisting and turning ride as you become attached to characters throughout Krakauer's story.
Author: Jon Krakauer
Number of Pages: 416
Rating: ☆☆☆☆
Review:
Did outdoor adventure author Jon Krakauer strike again, or is his book Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster, a disaster? This piece of literary nonfiction chronicles the 1996 Everest attempt by a group of climbers and how it spiraled into chaos, unforeseen by all. Led by Robert Hall, a world renowned mountaineer and guide, a group of climbing junkies from around the world began their ascent with large ambitions, but the survivors ended their descent with heavy hearts.
This book is told through a unique lens due to the writing style and history of the author, Jon Krakauer. Jon has written for many magazines, giving him a lengthy repertoire of journalistic approach. The way that Krakauer lays out the facts while keeping the reader engaged in the story shows off his skill set in an impressive and unique manner. The reader goes through the journey of the mountain over time, as the history of the tallest peak is given as a precursor to the story of this particular group of climbers. As you go through this book, you experience highs and lows, wins and losses, alongside the team as they make their way through the months leading to their summit attempt in the summer of 1996.
All in all I would recommend this book to someone looking for an intriguing and informative read. Hopefully after reading this review, the reader will go into the book with a better idea of what to expect than I had when I started, (with this, I particularly reference the amount of history that the reader experiences in the beginning of the book). Be prepared to get educated on the tales the mountain has to tell, and ready for a twisting and turning ride as you become attached to characters throughout Krakauer's story.
From What I have read you also read a Jon Krakauer book. Even though I didn't known about the author until recently I have enjoyed his books. I have yet to read Into Thin Air but It seems like a good read. I also like stories that are both informative and intriguing because it makes me want to read the book more. At some point I need to read Into Thin air seems like a fun read.
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