Life of Pi by Yann Martel Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Life of Pi
Book Review: Close to Perfection
Summary: 5 Stars
This book was incredible - a wonderful character in Pi, a great adventure story on the surface with so many other levels. A book to go back to and live with long after the last page is read. A readers dream.Book Review: reductio ad absurdum
Summary: 4 Stars
Life of Pi is elegant in the pure simplicity of language and story. In this we can find both its flaw and its treasure. Where "Jonathon Livingston Seagull" and "The Little Prince" left off, "Life of Pi" continues. The story seems to try too hard to leave you with that transcendental, spiritual ephiphany and it often falls short of its goal. The story is typical of the genre, reducing very broad "philosophical" or "political" boundaries into extremely pleasant little parables. It is not a story of a boy and a tiger; but rather, it is an examination of relationships with "unrealistic" boundary conditions. Society as a whole has been reduced to it's simplest form: one boat with disparate characters that forces the issue of reconciling typical prejudices and social parameters. This novel broaches the subject of religion as a very personal experience and if there is one true moral in here it's the acceptance and embracing of culture and all religion. It may make someone believe in God as it promises, but it doesn't attempt to tell you which one.
In summary:
It's a nice story but don't expect to be changed by it.
It's a nice story but it's not a literary masterpiece.
It's a nice story that is simple and uncomplicated.
It's a nice story and nothing more.
It's a nice story and I really enjoyed it.
Book Review: Beyond Expectations
Summary: 5 Stars
If something inexplicable has lured you to this book, purchase it immediately. If someone suggested that you explore it, please do. It speaks to the heart and soul with striking depth, yet it provides much laughter. A beautiful story that doesn't hide behind anything.Book Review: Lifts the Spirit
Summary: 4 Stars
I found this book heroic and rather transcendental at times. Beautiful in the writing and in the larger context of life.Book Review: Unforgettable
Summary: 5 Stars
I was hooked by the time I read the author's intro. The first third of the book is about religion; the rest is about survival, courage, and redemption. The voice is compelling. I spent time reflecting on the messages, and haven't been able to put this book out of my mind. I read our public library's copy, and promptly purchased a copy for my collection.