Official Review: The Altitude Journals by David J Mauro

Jmar_la · Post by **Jmar_la** » 06 Aug 2018, 10:06

I will recommend this book to anyone. It is such a well-written book and the author opens himself up to the reader and we not only learn about his trials and triumphs as we take the journey with him, but we also get to experience them. At the same time, we see a man who has never climbed a mountain in his youth try it in his later years and triumph in such a grand way!
Great read!

Raja28 · Post by **Raja28** » 13 Aug 2018, 09:48

Nice review! Reading real people's accounts of such great deeds is always thrilling and inspiring. If you don't mind, shouldn't the word be 'gravity' instead of 'levity' in this review?

Nhien Vu · Post by **Nhien Vu** » 16 Oct 2018, 04:28

I agree with you on most points, but I had to force myself through the pages a few times, especially when concerned with the improv part. I think he was just grateful to the people who introduced him to the art and wanted to honor them, but most of the time it was just long and irrelevant. Overall, this is still a well-written, honest and touching memoir. And it did give me lots of excitement and genuine curiosity about mountaineering (that's magical for a veteran homebody like me).

Aan Granados · Post by **Aan Granados** » 03 Mar 2019, 10:34

During my younger days I did a little bit of mountain climbing myself, although nowhere near as high as those summits mentioned it was a great experience and nice feeling when you reach the top. This is definitely right up my alley and am looking forward reading his story! Thanks for your review!

Osahon1 · Post by **Osahon1** » 03 Mar 2019, 14:52

I can relate with David j Mauro on this journal because I believe that one must confront and overcome the problems in one's life in other to move forward. Wonderful review!

Osahon1 · Post by **Osahon1** » 03 Mar 2019, 15:45

I wish I can climb along with David and see how he confronted and overcome his problems. Great review

debbielouise · Post by **debbielouise** » 04 Mar 2019, 02:37

This is a great book. An inspiring story that I really enjoyed reading. David comes across as just an average guy, but ends up achieving amazing things, one step at a time.

Azokamchi · Post by **Azokamchi** » 03 Apr 2020, 00:58

This book looks like it can benefit so many readers. I like memoirs that are relatable and it seems this one has got it. I'm looking forward to immersing myself in it. Thanks, bluegreenmarina.

Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 03 Jan 2022, 21:32

Sometimes, we need an adventure or a push to do something great. Thanks for the review

Beauty Kalu22 · Post by **Beauty Kalu22** » 04 Apr 2022, 09:52

Thank you for a well detailed and honest review. I've always loved non fiction books and this sounds like one I'll definitely love to have for myself.

Post by **Marsha JJ** » 30 Apr 2022, 08:58

I read this book as well, and gave it 4 out of 4 stars. I was inspired by the author's climbing journey and thought it was an excellent book!

Post by **Marsha JJ** » 05 May 2022, 11:10

I read this book as well, and really loved it! I thought it was really inspiring. I am a particular fan of climbing books, but even if I wasn't I would have appreciated this great book.

Stevenmusk · Post by **Stevenmusk** » 08 Jun 2022, 11:18

I guide on how to become extraordinary and achieve things you thought you couldn't is very important. Thanks for the review.

Ohna Martin · Post by **Ohna Martin** » 10 Jul 2022, 02:56

This story is truly inspiring. The last thing David wanted to do upon his return from Denali was climb another mountain but he did until he climbed the seven summits. With every physical mountain, he climbed there was a personal mountain he overcame in his life. This book is one of favourites.

Hazel Mae Bagarinao · Post by **Hazel Mae Bagarinao** » 05 Feb 2023, 03:34

Climbing the seven tallest mountains in the world is the most challenging and dangerous adventure, in my opinion. Every mountain has different vibes brought to David. Different climates, nature, and weather, all have an amazing feel. It's not the achievement, but it's a feeling - that's what David said when he successfully climb all the mountains. I enjoyed this book, it inspires me to trek, one of my interests. And I enjoyed your amazing review!