This book is fantastic, engrossing, funny and very interesting. I haven't stopped raving about it to friends and family, since I finished reading it a couple of days ago. I actually read it in little more than a day. I consider myself a fan of Mr. Krakauer and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I love his writing style, his humor and his great command of the English language and other languages. I am happy to know both French and Latin as well and like the dosing of these languages that he also weaves into his writing. Both Into Thin Air and Into the Wild are two of my favorites books and have also purchased them to give as gifts to some of my friends.
I like the way that Mr. Krakauer transports his readers to the places he visits, with rich and full descriptions of the surrounding areas and the magnificence of the mountains he has climbed. I live in Colorado and can attest to the beauty of the Rocky Mountains here and the beautiful canyons we have. Mr. Krakauer is a great story-teller that keeps the reader interested and engrossed in the adventures he describes. While I still haven't made my peace with the young protagonist of Into the Wild, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and the story Jon Krakauer tells.
I wholeheartedly recommend Eiger Dreams to climbing and non-climbing enthusiasts - and those who just enjoy a great adventure in a beautiful setting, told in a straight forward, but humorous way. When anyone asks me about who my favorite authors are, the name of Jon Krakauer always comes to mind and I am quickly and happy to say that I am one of his most ardent fans.
Eiger Dreams: Ventures Among Men and Mountains
4.4
| 2,185 ratingsPrice: 13.78
Last update: 01-01-2025