Re: [Paddlewise] Books

From: Dave Kruger <dkruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 1998 17:40:46 -0800
Christopher E. Bush wrote:
> 
> Jonathan Waterman's book is also good.  However, his intermixings of his
> struggle with his marriage seem awkwardly placed.  His descriptions of
> the Sea of Cortez as a polluted wasteland are disturbing. [snip]

I read this book, also, and found it kind of a disturbing read.  The narrative of the trip was OK,
with lots of sturm and drang re:  paddling.  But, the dynamics between Waterman and his wife really
ate into me.  Made me want to take the two of them aside and "speak to them sternly."  The pollution
was not exaggerated.

> Another book previously mentioned is Anne Linea's "Deep Water Passage".
> Her descriptions of paddling Lake Superior are, well, superior.  Unlike
> Waterman, she does a great job of mixing in the emotions of her life
> with her journey.  [snip]

Sounds like a good read.
-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
sea kayaker
chemist
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