Lost Horizon James Hilton 9781773230153 Books
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Lost Horizon James Hilton 9781773230153 Books
I'm a fast reader but this 153 page novel took me as long as a 500 page book. It is so intricately written. There were words I was looking up on every page, yet it was not pretentious in the least. Never was there a time when I could predict what would happen next. Then end was a little abrupt and you are left feeling a bit unsatisfied but upon reflection, I think that's by design.NOTE: I also got the audio version of this book and it is HORRIBLE. One person described it as just a reading, not an acting out. There was no inflection or change of voice among characters. It is virtually "unlistenable."
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Lost Horizon James Hilton 9781773230153 Books Reviews
I love this kind of book - adventure, mystery, exotic locations. It's a classic story of a group of people mysteriously transported to a Himalayan Utopia called Shangri-la, a lamasery where the monks, who live to be an extraordinary age, are dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and beauty.
There's a lot of discussion of Shangri-la's philosophy, most of which I agree with. I spent some time in the Hunza in Kashmir, which is said to be the model for Shangri-la, so I could especially appreciate the sense of awe the travelers feel at the setting. There's something about the Himalayas that inspires contemplation - maybe because you see first hand how small you are relative to the gigantic peaks surrounding you.
This is escapist literature, but of the very best kind - the kind that inspires you to believe in a better life.
There is nothing "special" about this edition. In fact, it is extremely cheaply produced. The story is, I suppose, the original text, but I feel I was tricked into buying this because it called itself "Special Edition." The photo on the front is so pixelated that you can't tell what it is; the table of contents, which is oddly combined with the title page, is the very first inner page; the text that would normally be in italic is all in upper case; and on the last page, in tiny type, is printed "Made in the USA, Middletown, DE, 21 June 2018" which was roughly when I ordered the book. It did take about a week to arrive after I'd ordered it. I guess they are printing these as they're ordered? Regardless, I would definitely recommend buying one of the other editions by a recognized publisher. As a person who loves books, I feel stupid for buying this!
This is such a great book it is one of my absolute favorite books. It was the first book I ordered when I received my candle. I also ordered the audible selection so that I could listen listen to it when I don't have the ability to sit and read a book. It is also one of my favorite movies. As they say the book is always better than the movie and in this case the book and the movie are equal partners. I have read this book several times and thoroughly enjoy the storyline. If you ever dream of finding a utopia where time does not matter this is a book for you. It haseverything you need for a good story, adventure, suspense, love, fantasy and very thought-provoking. Several of James Hilton's books have been made into movies and to me that is a great sign of an awesome book. I would recommend this book to everyone who loves to read.
A classic that I somehow had missed. It seems like a simple plot on the surface- a small group of people with little in common kidnapped and brought to strange, remote place and told they may not be able to leave. Through the disparate sensibilities and worldviews of those involved, however, the book pushes hard on themes of loneliness, ambition, greed, and purpose in life- to name only a few. The more I think about the characters and how they experience Shangri-La, the more you realize just how complex a work this is. A very fast read once you get into the narrative portion of the book.
This utopian adventure novel, first published in 1933, is the first time Shangri-La appears in any story. I was shocked to learn that it wasn’t an ancient myth, but a creation of an English author who also wrote Goodbye Mr. Chips, during the period between the two world wars. After reading Lost Horizon I can see why. Shangri-La is not only a utopian sanctuary, but a place where the trappings of the Old World, Europe before World War I, are preserved and mix with the exotic cultures of the East. Where the ravages of time can be slowed and peace can reign. The story itself is like something from a dream, intriguing and yet a bit hazy. And odd but refreshing read.
This book is worth pushing through the stilted prose. The themes that the novel explores are universal. What is the purpose of life? What is love? Is longer life worthwhile?
So many questions that don't necessarily get answered but allows the reader to start exploring these ideas. The last part of the novel is surprising. Glad that I read this one.
Long ago I saw the old film based on this novel, and just finished reading it. The story did not disappoint, and is very well-written. Although I pretty much knew the plot and the ending since the film is largely faithful to the book, I still really enjoyed reading it.
Central to the story is the existence of a mysterious valley in the Himalayas that is largely unknown to mankind. Here in the 21st century, feeling that we live in a world so small, seemingly completely known and mapped by satellite, this may seem not only quaint but difficult to use as a main theme for a story. Nevertheless, I found it very easy to slip right into the narrative and suspend disbelief.
The story line is refreshingly linear and easy to follow. One thing I liked about the book that I did not quite get out of the movie was the way in some of the characters and their thought processes are described. In particular, the inner mind and personality of Hugh Conway is much better revealed than it could be in any film version. It also gives the more thoughtful reader a few things to contemplate regarding the nature of life and time.
I'm a fast reader but this 153 page novel took me as long as a 500 page book. It is so intricately written. There were words I was looking up on every page, yet it was not pretentious in the least. Never was there a time when I could predict what would happen next. Then end was a little abrupt and you are left feeling a bit unsatisfied but upon reflection, I think that's by design.
NOTE I also got the audio version of this book and it is HORRIBLE. One person described it as just a reading, not an acting out. There was no inflection or change of voice among characters. It is virtually "unlistenable."
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