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Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - rainyjim - 09-15-2012

http://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/Paul-Therouxs-Quest-to-Define-Hawaii.html

This was an interesting read, was thinking about trying one of his books now though I'd never heard of him before.

Cheers

rainyjim


RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - Rob Tucker - 09-15-2012

He wrote a very interesting book called "The Mosquito Coast" which was made into a film.


RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - nana valley - 09-15-2012

rainyjim, thank you for sharing! Great read.


RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - punafish - 09-15-2012

Aloha rainyjim, I read and posted the same article awhile back. Only mention it because there were some interesting comments and perspectives. If the spirit moves you, check it out here: http://punaweb.org/Forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=14648



RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - rainyjim - 09-15-2012

oh wow Rob Tucker i've seen that film and really liked it i'm definitely going to look for the book now next time i'm at the library thanks for telling me, oddly enough one of my personal favorites (I love all Harrison Ford movies)

and thanks punafish, sorry for reposting - i'm kind of new to these forums

Cheers

rainyjim


RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - punafish - 09-15-2012

No apology necessary rainyjim. Just shows we were both compelled to share the same article. Aloha!


RE: Smithsonian Article on Hawaii - rprr - 09-16-2012

Many thanks. Was an interesting read. I have loved all his travel books.