- Hardcover: 304 pages
- Publisher: Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd (12 Feb 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0715638483
- ISBN-13: 978-0715638484
- Product Dimensions: 20.2 x 14 x 2.8 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,326,253 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Eric Simons has given us a bracingly fresh portrait of the Young Darwin, the man long ago lost behind the great white beard. Here is Darwin as only another young naturalist could find him, and to see the world through those avid eyes, groping for the theory the would explain all he has so brilliantly observed, is nothing less than exhilarating --Michael Pollan, author of 'The Botany of Desire' and 'The Omnivore's Dilemma'
Vivid and exotic, Eric Simon's tale invites comparisons to Chatwin as he leads readers among guanacos and ostriches, assassin bugs and armadillos, through rough seas, swift currents and ascending jungles. This is a book full of zest and discovery with the deeper mission of appreciating one of humankind's great breakthroughs in the understanding our past --Lou Ureneck, author of 'Backcast'
Too often we forget that major accomplishments often stem from youthful abandon. Twenty-something Charles Darwin had a rippin good time mingling with South America's gauchos and iguanas. Discovering this inspired young Eric Simons to retrace the great naturalist's rambling tracks. The result is this wildly entertaining reminder that science and exploration can be a blast --Bob Sipchen, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and the author of 'Baby Insane and the Buddha'
Vivid and exotic, Eric Simon's tale invites comparisons to Chatwin as he leads readers among guanacos and ostriches, assassin bugs and armadillos, through rough seas, swift currents and ascending jungles. This is a book full of zest and discovery with the deeper mission of appreciating one of humankind's great breakthroughs in the understanding our past --Lou Ureneck, author of 'Backcast'
Too often we forget that major accomplishments often stem from youthful abandon. Twenty-something Charles Darwin had a rippin good time mingling with South America's gauchos and iguanas. Discovering this inspired young Eric Simons to retrace the great naturalist's rambling tracks. The result is this wildly entertaining reminder that science and exploration can be a blast --Bob Sipchen, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and the author of 'Baby Insane and the Buddha'
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"Eric Simons has given us a bracingly fresh portrait of the young Darwin, the man long ago lost behind the great white beard. Here is Darwin as only another young naturalist could find him, and to see the world through those avid eyes, groping for the theory that would explain all he has so brilliantly observed, is nothing less than exhilarating." Michael Pollen, author of "The Botany of Desire" and "The Omnivore's Dilemma"; "Vivid and exotic, Eric Simons' tale invites comparisons to Chatwin as he leads readers among guanacos and ostriches, assassin bugs and armadillos, through rough seas, swift currents and ascending jungles. This is a book full of zest and discovery with the deeper mission of appreciating one of humankind's great breakthroughs in the understanding of our past." Lou Ureneck, author of "Backcast"; "Too often we forget that major accomplishments often stem from youthful abandon. Twenty-something Charles Darwin had a rippin' good time mingling with South America's gauchos and iguanas. Discovering this inspired young Eric Simons to retrace the great naturalist's rambling tracks. The result is this wildly entertaining reminder that science and exploration can be a blast." Bob Sipchen, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and the author of "Baby Insane and the Buddha"
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Quick, Solid Read
3 Feb 2009
Format:Hardcover
This book is equal parts travelogue and science history. Those who enjoyed Royte's Tapir's Morning Bath will get along fine, travelling alongside Simons as he retraces (not exactly, but to a certain degree) Darwin's path through modern-day Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile. There is an excellent balance between the history of Darwin's voyage and the present-day travels. The truly remarkable thing is how most of the people he meets are versed in Darwin. There are times when Simons' observations are a bit too idyllic, but the use of hyperbole is almost unavoidable when confronted with the majesty of a raw, native rainforest. He also spends a bit too much time focussed on how much like a "gringo" he and his periodic travel companions appear. All in all, a pleasant read.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Darwin Rocks
13 Feb 2009
Format:Hardcover
Simons provides a refreshing view of Darwin as a curious young adventurer. The book is filled with insight, humor and a writing style that keeps the reader hooked and laughing. A new look into the early life of Darwin and not the stuffy old man that we all think of today. An excellent book for us non-historians and a real page turner. I would recommend it to anyone with an eye for adventure and travel. Loved it!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Entertaining education
2 Feb 2009
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have little science background, instead choosing to focus on art and design for most of my life. This book has taught me little facts about science, nature, and history, giving me a new appreciation for Darwin and a greater understanding of the culture of South American countries. The relaxed writing style is inviting, as if a friend is narrating a story, and this story is adventurous, intriguing, and inspires me to step outside my comfort zone and explore a new, old world.
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