Kon-Tiki
Kon-Tiki
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1990
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Pacific Ocean • 1940s
1990
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki recounts the author's 1947 expedition, sailing 4,300 miles across the Pacific Ocean on a balsa wood raft. Heyerdahl aimed to demonstrate that ancient people could have made long sea voyages, connecting distant cultures. The journey helped gain insights into early human migration patterns and maritime capabilities.
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Review Roundup
Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki receives widespread praise for its captivating narrative and adventurous spirit, delivering a blend of historical insight and personal memoir. Readers commend its vivid descriptions and inspiring themes of exploration. Some criticize the book for occasional slow pacing and outdated scientific assumptions, but overall, it remains a thrilling and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Kon-Tiki?
A reader who enjoys Kon-Tiki by Thor Heyerdahl likely appreciates adventure, exploration, and anthropology. Comparable to fans of Into the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick or Endurance by Alfred Lansing, these readers relish tales of human endurance, historical voyages, and cross-disciplinary insights.
25,633 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Book • Nonfiction
Pacific Ocean • 1940s
1990
Adult
14-18 years
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