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Review Date: 1/3/2009
Helpful Score: 3
Blue Latitudes is a memorable and fascinating journey in which the author follows the voyages of Captain James Cook and analyzes how Cook affected the people living in those places today. The book is insightful and often hilarious, especially when Horwitz relates the antics of Roger, the guy who travels with him part of the time. It's a nice mix of modern and historical insights along with some crazy adventures. Highly recommended even for people (like me) who aren't history buffs.
Review Date: 2/9/2009
Helpful Score: 3
Fascinating. The first part is an almost surreal story about surviving a stroke but the book has more to offer. The author had been a well-educated but often stressed out and resentful person like so many in this modern world. Then she gained a new viewpoint after half of her brain was damaged. If you are ready to hear the author's message you can learn a lot about taking ownership of your own thoughts and reactions.
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