Official Review: The Mathematician's Journey

[lydiasmoot21]

This book seems like it's for math and history fanatics.

[420waystoreachthesun]

I really loved the title of the book. From your review, it seems like the book did not disappoint. Will definitely read this. Thank you for writing this.

[Libs_Books]

The historical facts make me want to read it. ...Good job!

Thanks very much, Jonida - I hope you enjoy it.

I really loved the title of the book. From your review, it seems like the book did not disappoint. Will definitely read this. Thank you for writing this.

Thanks for your kind comments.

[jvez]

Thanks for the review. The title is indeed deceptive. It's the type of title that would definitely make me ignore this book if I see it on list. But due to your review at least I now have a better idea of what the book is about. Though as much as I am curious about the historical fiction aspect of this book, I'm not one for books on voyages. I'm not sure I'll be reading this book, but thanks again for your very informative review.

[Libs_Books]

This book seems like it's for math and history fanatics.

I think people who love math(s) might be a bit disappointed, but it's certainly one for fans of historical fiction – thanks for reading and commenting.

The title is indeed deceptive. It's the type of title that would definitely make me ignore this book if I see it on list. ... I'm not one for books on voyages. I'm not sure I'll be reading this book, but thanks again for your very informative review.

Thanks for reading and commenting. It's a pity about the title, although the cover is terrific. Although quite a bit of the book is on board ship, there is quite a lot on land, too, recounting his life with the Omushkegowak.

[Helen_Combe]

Lovely review, very detailed. The book sounds quite a mishmash of research and guesswork. I’m not terribly au fait with historical courtship rituals. I though they were mainly based on comparing each other’s income.

[Libs_Books]

Lovely review, very detailed. The book sounds quite a mishmash of research and guesswork. I’m not terribly au fait with historical courtship rituals. I though they were mainly based on comparing each other’s income.

Many a true word spoken in jest. That was a big element for those of 'gentle' birth, except that it was usually the parents who compared each other's income, social status, land holding and influential connections.
Thanks for reading and commenting.

[Lavidainlife]

The title seems very deceptive now that I have read your review.

I was thinking the same thing about the title. The reviewer's summation of the plot is not at all what I was expecting. It sounds like it could be an interesting read. I don't know if I'm willing to slog through the first part, though. I like books that hit the ground running. Thanks for the thorough review!

[Dragonfly6]

I appreciate this review, not only for the enjoyment of it, but for the information. I purposely chose to read a review on this book because I don't care for math as a general subject, and finding a book about the subject seems even less interesting.

After reading your review, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it is not, in fact, about mathematics. While I do generally enjoy historical fiction, I don't think this book would be a sound choice for me. I appreciate the superb review so I could make that decision! Thank you!

[Libs_Books]

I appreciate this review, not only for the enjoyment of it, but for the information. I purposely chose to read a review on this book because I don't care for math as a general subject ...After reading your review, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it is not, in fact, about mathematics.

I'm glad your curiosity got the better of your dislike of mathematics. Thanks for reading and your kind comments.

[Manang Muyang]

I can't fathom the author's reason for using that title. For one, a lot of people do not like Math (Jaime, you and your ilk are a rare breed!), so I don't think it will help in selling the book. Second, there is little Math in the story, so the lovers of Math (Jaime, for instance) end up unhappy. Maybe Mr. Dalton can give us his calculated answer. (Libs_Books, did you use "calculated" in line with the title, or was it a happy coincidence? You made me chuckle. It's the only Math the author did.)

I am not a history fan so I wouldn't know whether the courtship rituals are described accurately. I am intrigued that you teach the literature of love through the ages. Maybe you can write a book about it; you write with a passion (pun intended!).

[Libs_Books]

I can't fathom the author's reason for using that title. ... (Libs_Books, did you use "calculated" in line with the title, or was it a happy coincidence? You made me chuckle.)

Ha, ha, that joke book you've just finished has clearly been a bad influence on you. No, that one wasn't deliberate.

I am intrigued that you teach the literature of love through the ages. Maybe you can write a book about it; you write with a passion (pun intended!).

I definitely don't know enough to write a book! But, as the saying goes, you don't need to be a chicken to tell a good egg from a bad one.

[Manang Muyang]

Ha, ha, that joke book you've just finished has clearly been a bad influence on you. No, that one wasn't deliberate.

I expected you to say that!

But, as the saying goes, you don't need to be a chicken to tell a good egg from a bad one.

Don't chicken out!

[joshfee77]

It's unfortunate the opening to this book is a little tedious and bogged down in descriptions from perhaps unnecessary research. Good to hear it improves later on and is overall an entertaining read.

[Libs_Books]

It's unfortunate the opening to this book is a little tedious and bogged down in descriptions from perhaps unnecessary research. Good to hear it improves later on and is overall an entertaining read.

Thanks for your comments. It's true that the surplus research drags it down a bit, but mercifully the plot moves on quite quickly despite all that.