Review: Not Just a Love Fest; It's A Complete Experience
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 6, 2014
This non-fiction novella is a true embodiment of love for a country.  From the first page, the author conveys his love for the South American country so well that you, as the reader, almost become as passionate about Chile as he is.  The collection of experiences and amazing photographs serve as evidence of the grandeur of the places and events he talks about in the book.The stories and experiences are biased, but it is not a bad thing; after all, we all have our own way of experiencing the same thing.  And in this case, it is easy to see Baker's understanding of the country and relate to it as he has.  And don't get me wrong, this is not simply a "love fest" for Chile; it is a complete account of a culture: language, landscape, country, and history - through foreign eyes.The book contains hilarious exchanges between the author and his wife, links to background and historical information, and even videos filmed by the author or family members.  This novella truly utilizes technology to provide a complete experience.  It's almost as good as being there.The writing is impeccable and elevated, yet easy to understand and visualize everything the author is trying to convey.  Thomas Baker's skills with the English language show through on every page, and serve as a demonstration of his skills as an instructor.  I recommend checking out some of his other books and novellas; they are all inspiring.