Sue G.

Irritating nasal voice

Revisado: 04-17-24

I can’t get past the narrator’s voice.. Skimmed through the chapters and didn’t find anything new. I’ll be returning

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Grim

Revisado: 01-01-24

I had to stop listening to this depressing story. I know the life of a farmer is hard and heartbreaking but it was a tale of nonstop sadness. A few moments of humor or bright spots would have relieved the misery. The ponderous delivery made it worse with its undertones of anger and despair. I hope for everyone sake that it gets better but I couldn’t stick around to see.

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words of wisdom

Revisado: 01-26-23

Pleasant to listen to with some great ideas. I will listen to it again and again.

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Fascinating! Well worth a listen.

Revisado: 03-27-22

Read in a lovely Irish lilt, the author makes a compelling case for first conservation. By turns, hopeful and urgent, she weaves in anecdotes and personal accounts of her past and current experiences with nature. I will listen to it again and again.

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Disappointed

Revisado: 11-21-19

I must have missed something. I had high hopes for this book after loving the first. If there was any humor, It was lost among the cynicism and sad resignation. The narrator’s tone reminded me of a pedantic priest’s Sunday sermon, slow and plodding. I only lasted until chapter 8 before giving up. .

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Very inspiring

Revisado: 11-18-19

Interesting and inspiring with good information and idea. For the most part, Bear Heart gently shares his wisdom but at times it got a little preachy. Deep and measured, I think the voice of the narrator is a good messenger to spread Bear Heart’s words.

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Mushrooms and more

Revisado: 04-15-19

We can count on Michael Pollen to be at the forefront of current trends. This time it’s psychedelics. The history of LSD is also fascinating - who knew that it was first developed for the U.S. military and it showed a lot of promise for treatment of depression, anxiety as well as several mental disorders. Then along came Timothy Leary...

It is a fascinating account of the many disparate groups who had a stake in the acceptance or rejection of a controversial substance. The history of LSD is fascinating - who knew that it was first developed for the U.S. military and it showed a lot of promise for treatment of depression, anxiety as well as several mental disorders. Then along came Timothy Leary...

It seemed overlong especially in the middle with lots of details and data in the middle. This might have a better book to read, to be able to skip over some parts but also to be able to refer back to some of the more interesting parts.

I enjoyed learning about mushrooms (not just the psilocybins). I had no idea that fear of mushrooms is cultural. France and indeed most of Europe, China, Japan are mushroom friendly while Great Britain and the U.S. are mostly fungi-phobic.

The report of the actual “trips” was factual and straight-forward, not shying away from the frightening experiences of some and stressing the value of a guided session with an experienced leader.

Highly recommended for the political and social background of psychedelics as well as the baggage that has been carried along from the 60’s.

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Lovely writing

Revisado: 05-24-17

Lovely writing. I enjoyed the description of Roussillon, France and its environs. I have distant ancestors from there and plan to visit someday. The voice over actor is fantastic!

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Well done!

Revisado: 02-12-17

Elegantly written historical thriller (is there such a genre?) with evocative descriptions and exciting action. Beautifully read with a multitude of different voices and accents.

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Made me hungry

Revisado: 01-12-17

What made the experience of listening to The Apprentice the most enjoyable?

I appreciated the descriptions of the dishes he served which made my mouth water! I am going to make "Fromage Fort". It seems like a good way to use leftover cheese.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jacques Pepin

Which scene was your favorite?

The stories of his pranks in the kitchen when he was an apprentice.

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