By Candice Millard
For those who love adventure and excitement, this is not the book.
President Theodore Roosevelt and his Kermit joined Brazilian explorer Candido Mariano da Silva Rondon, on a dangerous journey into the Amazon in the early 1900's. The book which chronicles the events that take place during the expedition, also delves into the relationship between the former President and his son, into the strong and competent character of Rondon. Without Rondon, the trip would have ended tragically for Roosevelt. The readers discover the President’s humility, humanity and perseverance. Hoping for a pleasant voyage, this poorly planned trip ends up being a struggle for survival. The participants faced food shortage, diseases, inadequate supplies, treacherous terrain, un-navigable rapids, dangerous animals, predatory insects, poisoned arrows, and their own inexperience. What is fascinating about this novel are the descriptions of the jungle with its wilderness and perils. One has to admire those who dared years ago with limited resources, to venture into the unknown.
For those who love adventure and excitement, this is not the book.
President Theodore Roosevelt and his Kermit joined Brazilian explorer Candido Mariano da Silva Rondon, on a dangerous journey into the Amazon in the early 1900's. The book which chronicles the events that take place during the expedition, also delves into the relationship between the former President and his son, into the strong and competent character of Rondon. Without Rondon, the trip would have ended tragically for Roosevelt. The readers discover the President’s humility, humanity and perseverance. Hoping for a pleasant voyage, this poorly planned trip ends up being a struggle for survival. The participants faced food shortage, diseases, inadequate supplies, treacherous terrain, un-navigable rapids, dangerous animals, predatory insects, poisoned arrows, and their own inexperience. What is fascinating about this novel are the descriptions of the jungle with its wilderness and perils. One has to admire those who dared years ago with limited resources, to venture into the unknown.
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