Tequila Revenge wrote:This isn't a pretty novel; it's far from perfect and shining. The lead man, George Washington Hayduke is most often referred to as "hairy." But like the scrubbly and desolate Southwestern desert author Edward Abbey pleads with us to save, this novel posesses its own unique beauty, one much further than skin deep. The characters are carefully carved over time, and human to a fault, down to their hopes and aspirations and touch of hypocrisy (another can of Schlitz out the window...). Armed with a potent message but never preachy, and filled with lots of laughter and action, you'll never forget the Monkey Wrench Gang.
One of my favorites. Sure do miss Ed Abbey. Haven't had a Schlitz in 30 years. I don't think I've missed it much. Have found other concoctions to take its place.
found this on Amazon... how timely
As Abbey says himself, the book was mainly aimed at the Glen Canyon d*m on the Colorado River: bohemeth of all eco-blunders, perhaps the most reviled construction project in American history. But that is exactly what one would expect from the multi-headed hydra of Development: horrible construction projects fronted by big business swindlers who have little interest in improving quality of life for the public or protecting important places.
That said, the book is much more than a critique of Glen Canyon d*m. It speaks more broadly about how the bulk of our lives are spent mindlessly serving the interests of economic development at the expense of the places and communities we love, our own health and common sense. It also chronicles the absurdity of a society which values property above human life.
You don't have to be a "Green" to appreciate this book; you simply have to enjoy life on this misty green ball. Abbey is the voice of the land, and a particularly American voice at that. Moreover, he is just a really good writer. The character development is so good that, despite everything, you will find yourself enwrapped and identifying with his off-the-wall characters.
Tequila Revenge wrote:This isn't a pretty novel; it's far from perfect and shining. The lead man, George Washington Hayduke is most often referred to as "hairy." But like the scrubbly and desolate Southwestern desert author Edward Abbey pleads with us to save, this novel posesses its own unique beauty, one much further than skin deep. The characters are carefully carved over time, and human to a fault, down to their hopes and aspirations and touch of hypocrisy (another can of Schlitz out the window...). Armed with a potent message but never preachy, and filled with lots of laughter and action, you'll never forget the Monkey Wrench Gang.
One of my favorites. Sure do miss Ed Abbey. Haven't had a Schlitz in 30 years. I don't think I've missed it much. Have found other concoctions to take its place.
found this on Amazon... how timely
As Abbey says himself, the book was mainly aimed at the Glen Canyon d*m on the Colorado River: bohemeth of all eco-blunders, perhaps the most reviled construction project in American history. But that is exactly what one would expect from the multi-headed hydra of Development: horrible construction projects fronted by big business swindlers who have little interest in improving quality of life for the public or protecting important places.
That said, the book is much more than a critique of Glen Canyon d*m. It speaks more broadly about how the bulk of our lives are spent mindlessly serving the interests of economic development at the expense of the places and communities we love, our own health and common sense. It also chronicles the absurdity of a society which values property above human life.
You don't have to be a "Green" to appreciate this book; you simply have to enjoy life on this misty green ball. Abbey is the voice of the land, and a particularly American voice at that. Moreover, he is just a really good writer. The character development is so good that, despite everything, you will find yourself enwrapped and identifying with his off-the-wall characters.
Amen to that.
" I don't want to burn in hell; I just want to be lightly browned."
Attitude: The difference between ordeal and adventure
Scars are Tattoos with really good stories
No matter where ya go....There you are.
Come Back, Come Back.....to the South Bering Sea Islands....
INeverGoAnywhere wrote:Heck with Schlitz, give me a nice cold Blatz!!!!
Ah, Blatz-that stuff was so bad it could take the enamel off your teeth
....Might have been something about the heavy metals content....take alook at that can...heavy galvanized zinc coating....Mmmmmm....
Attitude: The difference between ordeal and adventure
Scars are Tattoos with really good stories
No matter where ya go....There you are.
Come Back, Come Back.....to the South Bering Sea Islands....
INeverGoAnywhere wrote:Heck with Schlitz, give me a nice cold Blatz!!!!
Ah, Blatz-that stuff was so bad it could take the enamel off your teeth
....Might have been something about the heavy metals content....take alook at that can...heavy galvanized zinc coating....Mmmmmm....
Well, if you did not like what you were drinking or were in a bar fight you could beat the living snot out your oppent with the can. It's not just serving vessel, but a weapon
