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HomeShop at BookSurgeLanguage Arts & DisciplinesReflections on San Francisco Bay: A Kayaker's Tall Tales, Vol. II |
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Joyful Reality-Based Fiction for SF Bay Area and Kayaking Fans Aug 18, 2011
By trent
"trenttati"
The tales in this and all the other volumes of Reflections on San Francisco Bay are fun, brisk reads - each trip is a short, self-encapsulated story, but over the chapters and volumes the larger-than-life-yet-so-real characters continually blossom. By Vol. 2 the nuances of the more regular paddlers create some complex and satisfying inside jokes. Be sure to start reading with Vol. 1, but know that when you get to Vol. 2 there is a lot more going on in the writing than sits on the surface.
I've been reading the series online since it began and can't remember the last time I didn't stop what I was doing and read through each one as it landed in my inbox.
Fills the memory gaps Aug 18, 2011
By Jay Graham
"Photographer"
I've participated in a lot of these paddles and read the reports the following week. I'd scratch my head at some of the details - was it me forgetting or John imagining. Back then it was John imagining I think. Now it's me forgetting. It's wonderful to now be reading the tall tales a second time. I like the way John's telling fills in the gaps in my memory - I think he was right from the start! Great read!
Great kayaking stories Aug 17, 2011
By One who seeks real answers
John's description of his paddling adventures will keep you in stitches. Not only are they fun to read, but they are very educational. San Franscico Bay must be a great place to paddle.
Wow, a second book. Aug 17, 2011
By doug
I usually have reservations about sequels. For example, The original "Jaws" film was good enough and the sequels just kind of sank. I wouldn't really call this a sequel though. It's more of a continuum. John reflects on much more than just propelling a kayak. This "second" book is another stepping stone of the timeline of the bay as sampled by Kayakers every Thursday Night on San Francisco Bay.
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