The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon
by David Grann
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon by David Grann holds a well received rating of 3.86 out of 5, based on 45.9K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 339 pages.
About The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon
A grand mystery reaching back centuries. A sensational disappearance that made headlines around the world. A quest for truth that leads to death, madness or disappearance for those who seek to solve it. The Lost City of Z is a blockbuster adventure narrative about what lies beneath the impenetrable jungle canopy of the Amazon.After stumbling upon a hidden trove of diaries, New Yorker writer David Grann set out to solve "the greatest exploration mystery of the 20th century": What happened to the British explorer Percy Fawcett & his quest for the Lost City of Z?In 1925, Fawcett ventured into the Amazon to find an ancient civilization, hoping to make one of the most important discoveries in history. For centuries Europeans believed the world's largest jungle concealed the glittering kingdom of El Dorado. Thousands had died looking for it, leaving many scientists convinced that the Amazon was truly inimical to humans. But Fawcett, whose daring expeditions inspired Conan Doyle's The Lost World, had spent years building his scientific case. Captivating the imagination of millions round the globe, Fawcett embarked with his 21-year-old son, determined to prove that this ancient civilisation--which he dubbed Z--existed. Then his expedition vanished. Fawcett's fate, & the tantalizing clues he left behind about Z, became an obsession for hundreds who followed him into the uncharted wilderness. For decades scientists & adventurers have searched for evidence of Fawcett's party & the lost City of Z. Countless have perished, been captured by tribes or gone mad. As Grann delved ever deeper into the mystery surrounding Fawcett's quest, & the greater mystery of what lies within the Amazon, he found himself, like the generations who preceded him, being irresistibly drawn into the jungle's green hell. His quest for the truth & discoveries about Fawcett's fate & Z form the heart of this complexly enthralling narrative.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Grann |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 339 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, History, Travel, Biography & Memoir, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.86 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 45,937 |
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What genre is The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon?
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon is categorized as Non-Fiction, History, Travel, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon worth reading?
Based on 45.9K reader ratings, The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon has an average score of 3.86 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon?
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon has 339 pages.
Who wrote The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon?
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon was written by David Grann. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon?
The ISBN-13 for The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon is 9780385513530.0.
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