Amazon Diary
Description
The adventure of a lifetime is now "Brought to Life."
"AMAZON DIARY is amazing clever, dark in places, serious in others, funny in others-and most importantly-very emotional and easy to identify with." STEVEN SPIELBERG
Most kids spend their Christmas vacation eating candy and visiting relatives. Twelve-year-old Alex Winters spent his fighting for survival in the largest rainforest on Earth.
When a violent thunderstorm shears the wing off his Cessna 185, Alex is plummeted into the deep green shadows of the Amazon. Stranded with an unconscious pilot and only his Boy Scout training to guide him, Alex's "vacation" becomes a visceral journey of grit, fear, and ultimate discovery.
An Immersive Experience Like No Other
This isn't just a book, it's Alex's actual personal journal. Through a unique blend of raw sketches, "handwritten" notes, and authentic photography, you'll follow Alex as he is rescued by the Yanomami tribe (the "Fierce People"). Witness first-hand as he:
- Battles the Elements: Survives "electric caterpillars," fire ants, and the crushing humidity of the jungle.
- Learns Ancient Skills: Hunts alligator and tapir, eats roasted grubs, and learns to navigate a world without a map.
- Finds a New Family: Discovers a deep, emotional connection with a culture that has remained isolated for centuries.
SCAN & EXPLORE
This updated edition features exclusive QR codes that bridge the gap between paper and reality. Using your smartphone or tablet, you can scan the "Brought to Life" markers to:
- Watch Real Footage: See the Venezuelan Biosphere Reserve and the stunning "tepuis" (mountains like giant tombstones) as Alex saw them.
- Go Behind the Scenes: Access video content shot by authors Hudson Talbott and Mark Greenberg during their real-life expeditions into Yanomami land.
Perfect for:
- Fans of high-stakes survival stories (Hatchet, I Survived).
- Young explorers (Ages 8-12) and middle-grade classrooms.
- Parents looking for a book that combines pulse-pounding adventure with real-world anthropology.
"This book is done with wonderful verve and imagination." NEWSWEEK
The jungle is calling. Are you ready to answer? Scroll up and grab your copy of the diary that brought the Amazon to life!
