Rated of 5
by Buhnay Phenominal.
I have done two school reports on this book. Jon Krakauer's writing style makes the reader feel as though he climbs the mountain along with the expedition, and the reader learns of Everest's horrific history. Though we all know Krakauer makes it down, I found suspense pulling me to the edge of my seat every step of the way.
I highly recommend this book to everyone- fiction and non-fiction fans alike.
My whole family has read the book more than once, as well.
Beautifully written, disturbingly descriptive, and suspenseful to the last page- Into Thin Air was fantastic.
Rated of 5
by MtnMan Out of Thin Air
I rated this book as average becasue it is an interesting read despite the underlying facts that have been skewed. Krakauer likes to portray himself in the best light while villainizing others that have been honored for their contributions during that tragic event in 96'. Krakauer who is quick to pass judgment on the decisions of others throughout this ordeal, places blame unjustly upon people that certainly didn't deserve it. He villainizes Anatoli Boukreev for his role, and is critical of his actions. While Krakauer was asleep in his tent, Anatoli was risking his life to rescue three other stranded climbers, who thanks to his efforts are alive today. Boukreev was acting out a pre-established plan to descend ahead of his clients in preparation for their descent, and because of this he was able to save lives. Anatoli's expertise in the mountains was far greater than that of Jon Krakauer, as he was regarded as the "Tiger Woods of the Himalaya." Krakauer bashes Boukreev during the years following the tragedy in his unrelenting quest to make Boukreev look like the bad guy, while making himself into the hero. I highly recommend reading into this situation, and you will soon discover that Krakauer's journalistic integrity is questionable at best!
Rated of 5
by Potlicker Into thin Air
Where to start? What an amazing book! This is the second book I have had the pleasure of reading by Mr. Krakauer. I am at a lose to put into words for what an awesome writer I feel Krakuer is. He does a splendid job of putting the reader on Mount Everest right along with him. To feel his triumph, or lack thereof. In my eye he is no mortal man, "he is god like". He knows just how most men feel about themselves, and he is able to express it where others cannot. My wife went on and on about how stupid she thought the whole expedition was. But I understood, and where I did not Jon Krakuer was able to make me understand.I would like to thank him for the ride and can't wait till the next. I would say God bless you Jon Krakuer but I think he already has.
Rated of 5
by Melissa 29,028 feet above sea level!!
What a harrowing event!! This eye witness account of one of the worst evens on Mt. Everest was compelling to say the least! I'll never understand the desire mountain climbers have to put themselves in the multitude of near death experiences to accomplish this recreational challenge; but I was captivated by their story, triumphed for their successes and was heartbroken for their losses.
Rated of 5
by hated HATED!
we read that book in non-fiction class and i had the most horrific times while reading it. i and my friends were sooooooooo bored that one day when i looked to the class, everyone was sleepy and even somebody was actually sleeping. there are too many statistics and names in the book and until you get to chapter 11, nothing actually happens. there are just little boring anecdotes. between 11-17 the book seems to be "enjoyable!!" for somebody, however it s only getting more complicated. i do not ever never recommend you to read this book. especially if you aren't a native speaker, dont. because there are too many complicated words and the author had a very different style. sometimes he tells about after the summit or during the descent, a chapter after he talks about climbing. the book is hard to understand but the main reason why i dont recommend it, is that the book makes you sleep and there s no need to read it. the only thing it was good about is that you see the dangers of climbing mt.everest, which i guess, you already know.
Rated of 5
by Kathy Into Thin Air
Best book I've read in years. Just couldn't put it down. Made me wonder why people would do this, and some did it more than once, climbing to top.
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