The Photographs: Iconic Images From National Geographic, Foreword By Jimmy Chin, Text By Cathy Newman

(Thank you to the publisher and TLC Book Tours for providing me with a copy of this book!)

Wow! What an awesome book! The Photographs: Iconic Images From National Geographic is AMAZING! It's truly a wonderful read chock full of gorgeous, jaw-dropping images taken by the most talented and gifted photographers in the world. There are over two hundred and fifty photographs to peruse and believe you me, you are going to take your time turning the pages in this marvelous tome. It is an absolute treat of a book. Talk about the perfect Christmas gift for anyone and everyone on your list. They will fall in love with this book - who wouldn't? Or they will love to have it on display on their coffee table, so that anyone who visits can have the opportunity to check it out. I mean it, this book is a must-have and must-read. 

The Photographs is a history book- showcasing the scope of National Geographic's coverage, topics, and reach all over the world. There are quotes, interviews and biographies throughout the book, which provide fascinating details and facts. And the stunning photographs themselves evoke a sense of wonder as you gaze at them one by one. This is a mesmerizing and unforgettable read. I absolutely LOVED it. I found myself dipping in and out of every day, sometimes three to five times a day. I couldn't help myself. I loved looking at these iconic images that reflect our world, our society, and our cultures.  The Photographs is such a beautiful book.  Make sure to grab a copy for yourself and a loved one. You most definitely won't want to miss out on this fantastic book!

Thank you to the publisher and TLC Book Tours for providing me with a copy of this book!

Monday Musings...

Christmas is nearly here and I am just not feeling it. In spite of the decorations I see everywhere when I'm out running errands and all the Hallmark Christmas films being advertised, it just doesn't feel like the holidays. I guess grief is continuing to show up and it's hitting me hard right now. Oh well, I'll just grab a book and read on Thursday. Or maybe, I'll finally start rewatching Stranger Things...hmm...

Anyhow, I do wish you all a lovely holiday. Happy reading!

My Friday Five...

1. Feeling off-kilter lately and it's stressing me out. Ugh. Anxiety really does suck.

2. I'm watching the new season of Emily in Paris and it's been fun so far. Although I'm not enjoying the BFF drama that is about to happen - Mindy and Emily and Alfie?

3. Tracker winter finale - how did I not know this? Now I have to wait until March to find out what happens to Colter and Keaton. 

4. The Pitt's season 2 trailer was awesome. So excited for the show to start in January. Woo hoo!

5. Still reading The Correspondent and LOVING it. Such a wonderful book. 

Wishing you all a lovely weekend. Happy reading!

Currently reading...

 

100 Train Journeys Of A Lifetime: The World's Ultimate Rides by Everett Potter

(Thank you to the publisher and TLC Book Tours for providing me with a copy of this book)

Wow - what a beautiful book! 100 Train Journeys Of A Lifetime: The World's Ultimate Rides by Everett Potter is a must-read for railfans. Chock full of gorgeous photographs depicting the beauty of riding the rails, this is THE perfect book to flip through for inspiration when planning a train trip. Especially, as it's filled with ALL the travel info you'll need/want about the 100 ultimate rides. Journeys to South Africa, India, Italy, and The Grand Canyon - reading about these exciting and amazing adventures will spark the wanderlust gene in us all. You'll fall in love with so many far-flung places that you'll fill up a notebook trying to figure out where you want to go and when. Potter provides the inside scoop on the trains themselves, along with intel about which ones have the most comfortable seats and delicious meals. His writing is informative and exciting - you can't help but get lost in his vivid and detailed descriptions of the train stations, the towns you'll stop at, and the adventures you'll have along the way. It's truly an inspiring book. Talk about top notch armchair travel. 

I would happily recommend this book to anyone and everyone looking for their next great read, or looking for a wonderful holiday gift - 100 Train Journeys Of A Lifetime is a terrific travel guide and gorgeous coffee table book. Make sure to check it out! You'll have fun just flipping through all of the awesome rail trips Potter writes about in his book - they are unforgettable! I know I loved spending time with this book and dreaming about all the places I want to go. In fact, I'm pretty sure I heard the book shouting, "All Aboard!" at me, as I turned its pages :)

Thank you to the publisher and TLC Book Tours for providing me with a copy of this book!