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| Author: Elizabeth Gilbert
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  95 reviews
Sales Rank: 5789
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 288
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.6
ISBN: 0142002836
Dewey Decimal Number: 305.310973
EAN: 9780142002834
ASIN: 0142002836
Publication Date: May 27, 2003
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| Customer Reviews:
 The Last American Man March 6, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Interesting story badly told. Gilbert has done better though I credit the honesty she put forth her writing slipped from great to nearly unreadable as she dragged on for pages about 60's utopian visions or skimmed names of numerous of Conway's women. Gilbert made broad sweeping assumptions on things she seems to have no authority and wrote her voice, not just her character so deeply into the story that it was invasive. This was distracting, and dissapointing because she is a far better writer than this work reflects and the story deserved great depth.
 True story of a modern day pioneer March 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A very enjoyable read. Should be required reading for high school students (who lead such insulated lives). It is refreshing to read. Makes me want to read my Foxfire books and learn more of the old ways of doing things that got us in touch with the outdoors and to feel fully alive, to be fully self sufficient.
 Dissapointing February 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I read Eat, Pray, Love which I thoroughly enjoyed and went hunting for more Elizabeth Gilbert. Bought "The Last American Man" and couldn't even finish it (which is rare! I usually finish books regardless) - it was slow, boring and a totally unrewarding read. I am hesitant to try any of her other books now to avoid a similar disappointment. Definitely try one of her other books before this one...
A really fun and exciting read February 15, 2008
As a Christian, there are certain things about Eustace Conway's life that I cannot approve of, but I still must admit that many of his views and practices are good and need to be heard. This book helped convince me to quit my job and take the road trip I'd been dreaming about for years. I wish I had read this when I was younger and had less obligations keeping me from adopting or following in more of his footsteps.
More great writing from Elizabeth Gilbert February 13, 2008
I purchased this book after reading and loving "Eat, Pray, Love." I was not disappointed. This is a wonderful portrait of a human being who is so different, yet whose character strikes a familiar cord. Elizabeth's writing is wonderful and a pleasure to read. If you liked Eat, Pray, Love, you'll love this book as well!
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