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The Lost City of Z - A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon (2009 original; edició 2008)

de David Grann

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After stumbling upon a hidden trove of diaries, New Yorker writer David Grann set out to solve "the greatest exploration mystery of the twentieth century": what happened to British explorer Percy Fawcett. In 1925 Fawcett ventured into the Amazon to find an ancient civilization. For centuries Europeans believed the world's largest jungle concealed the glittering El Dorado. Thousands had died looking for it, leaving many convinced that the Amazon was truly inimical to humankind. But Fawcett had spent years building his scientific case. Captivating the imagination of millions, he embarked with his 21-year-old son, determined to prove that this ancient civilization--which he dubbed "Z"--existed. Then he and his expedition vanished. Fawcett's fate--and the clues he left behind--became an obsession for hundreds who followed him. As Grann delved deeper into Fawcett's mystery, and the greater mystery of the Amazon, he found himself irresistibly drawn into the "green hell."--From publisher description.… (més)
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The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon de David Grann (2009)

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The only trouble reading a book like this is it does nothing to lower the to-be-read mountain because I couldn’t help wondering if the author’s written any more than half as good. If only all my history lessons could have been so entertaining and informative. A factual historical adventure as gripping as fiction, the book follows in the wake of Percy Harrison Fawcett into the Amazon to answer the question of what happened to Fawcett and whether he was on the track of an amazing civilisation. Often brutal, this tale is also enlightening. We know all about the destruction of the rainforest in recent years, but this reveals how deep that ruination goes, of how early explorers began that devastation in pursuit of the land’s resources more years ago than most of us probably imagine. Many of the hostile tribes greeted these men in defence of that land and in response to the enslavement of their people. The treatment of indigenous races and pack animals is harrowing. The description of diseases and insectile hazards may make you itch. If I have one criticism, it’s that the version of the book I have had seriously small writing, which made the experience less pleasant, if pleasant is a word one can use when reading this type of book. Note: The film on Netflix based on the book takes only the main part of the story and dramatises it. The film’s worth a look, but I preferred the reading experience as it’s much more in-depth. ( )
  SharonMariaBidwell | Mar 11, 2024 |
Thoroughly enjoyable.The enduring lure and danger of the Amazon and those who have fallen under its spell throughout the ages are vividly portrayed. I did a web search on "espundia" while reading, as one of the expedition members was afflicted with it. All I can say of the images is that they are not for the faint of heart.
Great read. ( )
  cspiwak | Mar 6, 2024 |
Well worth reading although I found myself getting a little bored at times with all the exhaustive detail. The ending is great so stick with it if you find yourself in the same position. ( )
  monicaberger | Jan 22, 2024 |
Interesting. Not sure its "rollicking" or reads with the pace of a movie thriller as the cover states. But another fascinating chapter in the tales of British explorers hubris reaping mayhem and death. How does an explorer keep loosing most of his team and get cheered as a hero? Beware if you are squeamish about sharing your body with maggots. ( )
  77nanci | Nov 11, 2023 |
Amazon history non-fiction ( )
  pgabj | Aug 21, 2023 |
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After stumbling upon a hidden trove of diaries, New Yorker writer David Grann set out to solve "the greatest exploration mystery of the twentieth century": what happened to British explorer Percy Fawcett. In 1925 Fawcett ventured into the Amazon to find an ancient civilization. For centuries Europeans believed the world's largest jungle concealed the glittering El Dorado. Thousands had died looking for it, leaving many convinced that the Amazon was truly inimical to humankind. But Fawcett had spent years building his scientific case. Captivating the imagination of millions, he embarked with his 21-year-old son, determined to prove that this ancient civilization--which he dubbed "Z"--existed. Then he and his expedition vanished. Fawcett's fate--and the clues he left behind--became an obsession for hundreds who followed him. As Grann delved deeper into Fawcett's mystery, and the greater mystery of the Amazon, he found himself irresistibly drawn into the "green hell."--From publisher description.

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