The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon
by David Grann
Description
David Grann's "The Lost City of Z" plunges readers into the heart of the Amazon rainforest, chronicling the relentless pursuit of a legendary ancient city. The narrative follows the enigmatic British explorer Percy Fawcett, whose obsession with Z led him and his son on a perilous expedition from which they never returned. Grann masterfully weaves together historical accounts, Fawcett's own writings, and his own investigative journey into the jungle's depths. This gripping true story explores themes of exploration, obsession, and the enduring mysteries of the unknown, questioning what drives humans to the brink in search of discovery.
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paperback
Doubleday Books
Published Jan 1, 2009
339 pages
ISBN: 9780385513531
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First Published
2009
Language
eng
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