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angus_mckeogh's review against another edition
4.0
Some of the travel essays were amazing. Witty, elucidating, and cogent. Beautifully written with his very human and universal emotions coming off the page. Some of his insights on relationships were mind shaking. His different perspective fresh and illuminating. And some of his irrational and non-scientific beliefs were shocking. But overall a book about what it is to be human. Interesting and a good read. On par with and certainly better than some of his fiction.
blakehurtva's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
5.0
Like hanging out with one of my heroes, getting to know him more. And, just as in any Chrichton book, I learned so much.
rclairel's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
A fascinating and sometimes disturbing glimpse into vignettes from Crichton's actual life, including experiences in medical school leading to his departure, as well as his bizarre fascination with mediums/spiritualists/readings/etc. Travels and the really truly stupid things he did (and at times racist commentary about people groups he encountered) are there, too.
hollandvk's review against another edition
5.0
He emphasizes the importance of traveling within to discover one’s self. His travels include his experiences in med school, international journeys as well as spiritual happenings. He keeps an open mind to inexplicable phenomena, which makes the book that much more interesting. It inspires me to have my own experiences and see the world for myself.
shawniebooks's review against another edition
5.0
A book of short stories about his travels and adventures. He did some amazing things in his life!
kristianemk's review against another edition
5.0
The multi-talented Michael Crichton strikes again!
With books like Jurassic Park and Congo, and movies like Westworld on his résumé its very easy to become fascinated by mr. Crichton. This autobiographical book gives us a unique peek into his mind and personal world.
Crichton passed away in 2008. If I could choose a dead person to meet - it would definitely be him. The way he thinks about life, the world, other people, our actions and feelings are very inspirational. Reading this book makes you wanna head out on your own journey.
This book is also full of inspirational quotes:
"You need to realize that there is no drug you can take, no trip to another place in the world, no new person to have a relationship with. None of these things will get you where you want to go. What you are looking for isn`t out there. You must stop looking outside. You must go in."
"There isn´t any they. There`re only people like us."
"The best way to think about men and women is to assume there are no differences between them."
"Whoever you are: some evening take a step out of your house, which you know so well, Enormous space is near..."
"Because science alone is not enough."
With books like Jurassic Park and Congo, and movies like Westworld on his résumé its very easy to become fascinated by mr. Crichton. This autobiographical book gives us a unique peek into his mind and personal world.
Crichton passed away in 2008. If I could choose a dead person to meet - it would definitely be him. The way he thinks about life, the world, other people, our actions and feelings are very inspirational. Reading this book makes you wanna head out on your own journey.
This book is also full of inspirational quotes:
"You need to realize that there is no drug you can take, no trip to another place in the world, no new person to have a relationship with. None of these things will get you where you want to go. What you are looking for isn`t out there. You must stop looking outside. You must go in."
"There isn´t any they. There`re only people like us."
"The best way to think about men and women is to assume there are no differences between them."
"Whoever you are: some evening take a step out of your house, which you know so well, Enormous space is near..."
"Because science alone is not enough."
chelzkaye's review against another edition
3.0
I’m not sure how to review this book... the first part about his days in medical school was interesting to me. Most of the stories after that made him seem like a person I don’t really desire ever meeting. On the other hand, as someone who benefits greatly from meditation, I appreciated his stories about his retreats and how meditation changed him.
I appreciate him being so open about his reality and choosing not to sugar-coat anything or paint himself in a more appealing light. It takes courage to be so raw and honest. Still, I’m unsure as to whether I like him as a person.
This book is both incredibly insightful and incredibly entitled and shallow at times... I couldn’t wait to finish it but I also enjoyed (almost) every second of it.
I appreciate him being so open about his reality and choosing not to sugar-coat anything or paint himself in a more appealing light. It takes courage to be so raw and honest. Still, I’m unsure as to whether I like him as a person.
This book is both incredibly insightful and incredibly entitled and shallow at times... I couldn’t wait to finish it but I also enjoyed (almost) every second of it.
nailonb's review against another edition
5.0
Help, I’ve fallen in love with Crichton and I can’t get up.
God. Damn. What a book.
I feel like even I am evolved from reading his words. This book is more than just his travels. It also encompasses his honest, raw thoughts, new ideas and perspectives he gained from each experience. It is a book about self discovery in every aspect. You take an entire introspective journey with him through his writing.
I think Michael was brilliant, honest and beyond his time.
RIP a literary legend. The goat.
God. Damn. What a book.
I feel like even I am evolved from reading his words. This book is more than just his travels. It also encompasses his honest, raw thoughts, new ideas and perspectives he gained from each experience. It is a book about self discovery in every aspect. You take an entire introspective journey with him through his writing.
I think Michael was brilliant, honest and beyond his time.
RIP a literary legend. The goat.