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madame_geneva 's review for:
Islands of Abandonment
by Cal Flyn
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
I loved this book. Flyn goes to the most fascinating places and gives us not only such vivid, rich descriptions, but a deep dive into the history of the place itself.
The sheer resilience and ability of nature to survive (and thrive) in these places is mind-boggling.
I liked the introspection provided as well, because I feel like if I went to these places in person, I would be promoted to reflect on the kinds of questions touched upon in the book.
In all, a great read, even if you don’t normally read non-fiction.
Side note: this book did make me even more furious with capitalism and neoliberalism (especially after the Paterson, Arthur Kill, and Amani chapters).
The sheer resilience and ability of nature to survive (and thrive) in these places is mind-boggling.
I liked the introspection provided as well, because I feel like if I went to these places in person, I would be promoted to reflect on the kinds of questions touched upon in the book.
In all, a great read, even if you don’t normally read non-fiction.
Side note: this book did make me even more furious with capitalism and neoliberalism (especially after the Paterson, Arthur Kill, and Amani chapters).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Colonisation, War
Moderate: Animal death, Child death, Violence
Minor: Gun violence, Suicide, Forced institutionalization, Grief, Murder