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A review by jang
Being Henry David by Cal Armistead
4.0
"Suck out the marrow of life" is a quote that is omnipresent in this book and fair enough, Being Henry David has enough marrow-sucking and Carpe Diem-esque narratives that will sure to make Thoreau smile.
I like the mystery right from the start because that's what engaged me to Hank's story. A young man waking up without any memory of his past life is a good bait and is enough to let me abandon some of my work responsibilities. I like the writing because it's direct and literal, exactly like how some guys perceive things (though too prudish tbh).
In a way this book reminds me of Into the Wild what with its themes of living off the grid, finding comfort in nature and veering away from materialism. It also helps that the main character is very likeable. Thankful that he didn't let go of the rock because my week has already been inundated with suicide-centered story lines. Grateful that Hank, or Danny, or Dan came to his senses and chose to live.
I like the mystery right from the start because that's what engaged me to Hank's story. A young man waking up without any memory of his past life is a good bait and is enough to let me abandon some of my work responsibilities. I like the writing because it's direct and literal, exactly like how some guys perceive things (though too prudish tbh).
In a way this book reminds me of Into the Wild what with its themes of living off the grid, finding comfort in nature and veering away from materialism. It also helps that the main character is very likeable. Thankful that he didn't let go of the rock because my week has already been inundated with suicide-centered story lines. Grateful that Hank, or Danny, or Dan came to his senses and chose to live.