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bookshelves: coming-of-age, delicious-writing, epic-reads, family-drama, inspiring, nature, travel, magical-realism
Nov 26, 2021
bookshelves: coming-of-age, delicious-writing, epic-reads, family-drama, inspiring, nature, travel, magical-realism
"It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then can you let go. Otherwise, you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse."
― Yann Martel, Life of Pi
I have struggled to write this review. Not because I didn’t love Life of Pi, because I absolutely did, but because it is difficult to put into words where this incredible tale has taken me.
Throughout the reading, I have found myself utterly horrified and fascinated in equal measure. I can honestly say I’ve never pondered life, religion, survival - and how far a human can be pushed - as deeply as I have since I began my journey with Piscine Molitor Patel. I questioned faith and contemplated how far it could carry someone who's hanging on by a thread. I asked myself if I could have survived even half of what Pi had endured? Probably not, but who knows how strong the will to live is until it's put to the test? This is undoubtedly a book that gave me pause for thought.
Nature is as volatile as it is beautiful and, as an animal lover, I must warn those who might be disturbed by scenes of savagery (i.e. the natural order of life and death as it exists in the animal kingdom).
This story is dazzling, funny, gruesome, allegorical and altogether unforgettable.
Life of Pi is a powerful read.
― Yann Martel, Life of Pi
I have struggled to write this review. Not because I didn’t love Life of Pi, because I absolutely did, but because it is difficult to put into words where this incredible tale has taken me.
Throughout the reading, I have found myself utterly horrified and fascinated in equal measure. I can honestly say I’ve never pondered life, religion, survival - and how far a human can be pushed - as deeply as I have since I began my journey with Piscine Molitor Patel. I questioned faith and contemplated how far it could carry someone who's hanging on by a thread. I asked myself if I could have survived even half of what Pi had endured? Probably not, but who knows how strong the will to live is until it's put to the test? This is undoubtedly a book that gave me pause for thought.
Nature is as volatile as it is beautiful and, as an animal lover, I must warn those who might be disturbed by scenes of savagery (i.e. the natural order of life and death as it exists in the animal kingdom).
This story is dazzling, funny, gruesome, allegorical and altogether unforgettable.
Life of Pi is a powerful read.
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Reading Progress
November 14, 2021
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Started Reading
November 26, 2021
– Shelved
November 26, 2021
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coming-of-age
November 26, 2021
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delicious-writing
November 26, 2021
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epic-reads
November 26, 2021
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family-drama
November 26, 2021
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inspiring
November 26, 2021
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nature
November 26, 2021
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travel
November 26, 2021
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Finished Reading
November 29, 2021
– Shelved as:
magical-realism
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![Kevin Ansbro](https://images.gr-assets.com/users/1506848923p1/43579369.jpg)
The book cover is one of my favourites and the unexpected twist is exquisite!
A wonderful review!
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The book cover is one of my favourites and ..."
I did enjoy the deep thoughts this story inspired as I read. I am very late to the book party but better late than never. ;-)
Thank you kindly, Kevin!
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Very kind of you, Maureen! Thank you! :-)
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Thanks so much, Cheri! I can't believe it took me so long to read this one. ;-)
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Thank you, Ron! It is a story that left me pondering my own life but in a good way. :-)
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Very kind of you, Candi! Because the book and movie have been out for a very long time, I had an idea what it was about, but I was not prepared for how impactful the journey would be. I'm glad you loved it too. :-)
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Thank you, Melissa! I am glad I finally got around to reading this incredible story. :-)
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Thank you very much, Terrie! I'm still thinking of this book days after. It is something special. :-)
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Thank you, Jennifer! I look forward to your thoughts on this book when you get to it! :-)
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I do understand your aversion to the violent parts of this story. It certainly won't be everyone's cup of tea. :-)
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You are very kind, Susan! Thank you! I wish I had read this one sooner, but often books, like friends, come into our lives when they are meant to. :-)
I'm glad you loved this one too.
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Thank you very much, Barbara! :-)
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Thank you so much, David! I hope you like it as much as I did! :-)
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Thank you very much, Meredith! :-)
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I can see how this wouldn't be the book for everyone. Thank you so much, Jan! :-)
![Jaidee](https://images.gr-assets.com/users/1688232584p1/17295672.jpg)
I read this when it came out and it so did not work for me.
Keep on pondering my friend !
![Kimber Silver](https://images.gr-assets.com/users/1627605302p1/92166434.jpg)
You are a funny guy, Terence! Thank you! It's always great to hear from you. :-)
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I read this when it came out and it so did not work for me.
Keep on pondering my friend !"
The reviews are all over the place for this one. I'm sorry to read that it wasn't your cup of tea.
Thank you, Jaidee! I shall ponder on, kind sir! ;-)
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You are a funny guy, Terence! Thank you! It's always great to hear from you. :-)"
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Thank you very much, Chrissie! This is an incredible read. I'm glad you loved it too. :-)
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Thank you very much, Melissa! :-)
I can understand. It certainly is a different type of book.
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Beautiful!
![Kimber Silver](https://images.gr-assets.com/users/1627605302p1/92166434.jpg)
Thank you so much, Peter! I'm glad I wasn't the only one who struggled. It is a thought-provoking read. :-)
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Beautiful!"
Thank you kindly, Nilanjana! :-) Pi had an incredible will to live indeed.