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Summary: A journalistic look at a meterological nightmare.
Review: "The Perfect Storm" is not for everyone. Junger is a journalist who goes into a detailed description of one of the worst storms ever to hit the Northeastern United States. He describes the meterological phenomena that came together to form the storm, and he attempts to reconstruct the fate of the fishermen and other sailors who were at sea when the storm hit with the force of a juggernaut. Junger discusses the physics of ocean waves and of various types of boats. He also describes the incredibly courageous search and rescue teams who risked their lives to pluck people from the ocean. This is not a pretty or an elegant book; it is not pleasant to read about people who die horrible deaths. However, "The Perfect Storm" is powerful and unforgettable. It reinforces the idea that no matter how technologically advanced human beings become, we are often powerless against the forces of nature. Reading this book is a humbling and a fascinating experience.
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Summary: Finally!!! A book that combines non-fiction...
Review: With the craftsmanship and story flow of a first-rate novel. Sebastian Junger combined exhaustive research and a gift for storytelling to write this extremely readable story about life and death on the high seas. While the crew of the Andrea Gail were the main focus of this book, he further illustrates what they must have been going through by giving us all an account of what happened to other boats during that "perfect storm" back in 1991. This book is very tastefully done, and honors the memory of the brave men who died that night, as well as their families and loved ones.Buy this book. You won't regret it.
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Summary: Couldn't put it down...
Review: I buy books and never read them, they don't hold my interest for long. Not this one. I loved it. I felt as if I was part of the story, right there. Lots of details, descriptive. It leaves you with a feeling of absolute awe for the power of mother nature. You will like it.
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Summary: The Perfect Storm: The book, not the movie.
Review: I haven't even seen the movie but every Amazon book review I've read seems to express diappointment that the book isn't like the movie. No movie could do justice to the compelling narrative Junger has created. Granted, no one knows what the Andrea Gail went through at the end, but the descriptions of the waves and the magnificent heroism of the National Guard and Coast Guard rescuers add tremendous impact to what effect such a storm can have on many lives. I couldn't put the book down once I started, and comparing it to the movie is an exercise in futility.
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Summary: The Perfect Storm
Review: To be blunt, the book is overrated. The events that took place for the people involved is highly amazing, however, the book is way too technical(construction of boat, weather factors etc.). I found myself, not being a sailing expert, to be bored by the extent of technical info that is presented. Unless you are familiar with boating, I think you will agree. Summary-interesting story but an overkill on technical info.
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Summary: Captivating
Review: The only reason the book doesn't get 5-stars is because much of the technical terminology is over my head as I am not a fisherman or and expert on boats. Having said that I still found the book to be an intense read. The matter-of-fact description of drowning is more frightening than anything one could put on a big screen and the story of the rescues at sea are both harrowing and exhilarting at the same time. Mr. Junger allows you to know the people he is writing about and brings your emotions to a pitch as he describes their thoughts and actions as their lives reach a critical mass. He also does not try and "re-create" the final moments of the Andrea Gail and I think in keeping the book factual he has shown a greater respect for those on board the Gail and those on board the vessels that were rescued, who's stories are told as facts. An outstanding book. I look forward to the movie, but know I will be disappointed after reading this book.
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Summary: Hard work but not good enough..
Review: I bought this book because I too like true stories and novels such as this one.I hated when I had to read the story all over again when I stop a certain page. The book is just filled with facts and many things to know that as you read along you would forget what you read a chapter before. I believe Sebastian Junger wasn't so great in organizing and telling this story, but thee book really shows the hard work. Sometimes I get confused and bored but the story was a good. It's true story, but that doesn't mean all true stories have to be GREAT or SPLENDID. It still could have been written in a better way to interest the reader and to tell the story. I heard the movie was great, and I can't wait to see it. My advice is, if you saw the movie and liked it, don't bother buying the book, you won't read it unless you are willing to drag yourself reading it. No offence. But it is still a nice story to tell and I really appreciate his work. Happy reading!
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Summary: The book as movie
Review: Junger is a magazine writer, and Perfect Storm reads like one of those hyped up action articles in Men's Journal...only it lasts a bit longer. I enjoyed it, and found that some of my friends who never finish books, both finished and really liked this one. I think it is because it keeps moving, and has great scenes....it is about as close to being a movie as a book can be. The story is really throwback to an earlier time, when people risked their lives just to make a living. The storm itself is almost beyond belief, and now, even a year after reading the book I can still visualize the raging ocean and some of the rescue attempts.
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Summary: A little hard..
Review: After I saw the movie , I got interested so I read the book. The book was just like the movie , with a little more insight and interviews with families of the crew. Sometimes it went off topic, and he sometmes jumped around with different subjects. If you saw the movie and are curious about like how they got all the information , who the characters were , ect , then read this book!
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Summary: The Perfect Way to Waste 7 dollars
Review: If I was a sailor or a fisherman I might have been able to enjoy this book. Sadly I am not and as a result this book was a complete let down. About 90% of this book is complete hogwash about the interworkings of a fishing boat. If you want to learn about the crew of men who star in the movie watch the special on NBC b/c like the rest of us the author has no idea what went down on that boat the night it sunk. Save your money/time/and effort and go to the movie.
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