In this “engagingly written” international bestseller, survivors of a plane crash discover a peaceful paradise hidden in the Himalayas called Shangri-La (The New York Times). Hugh Conway saw humanity at its worst while fighting in the trenches of the First World War. Now, more than a decade later, Conway is a British diplomat serving in Afghanistan and facing war yet again—this time, a civil … again—this time, a civil conflict forces him to flee the country by plane.
When his plane crashes high in the Himalayas, Conway and the other survivors are found by a mysterious guide and led to a breathtaking discovery: the hidden valley of Shangri-La.
Kept secret from the world for more than two hundred years, Shangri-La is like paradise—a place whose inhabitants live for centuries amid the peace and harmony of the fertile valley. But when the leader of the Shangri-La monastery falls ill, Conway and the others must face the daunting prospect of returning home to a world about to be torn open by war.
Thrilling and timeless, Lost Horizon is a masterpiece of modern fiction, and one of the most enduring classics of the twentieth century.
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A true classic in every way. Of course the book is better than the movie. Romantic, brave characters in an ethereal setting. Read with a box of tissues.
I can see why this short book about Shangri-La written in 1933 is a classic. The approach of telling the story as one person relating it to another about a third person makes the character of Conway all the more intriguing. This is the story of a hijacked plane with 4 passengers crashing in the Himalayas and being rescued and brought to a remote, …
Interesting story-line. I would have wished for a different ending, but that might have been the point – it ended however your own mind let it end.
A classic from the past but it has retained its relevance. Could have been written today. Intriguing.
Not believable. The main character changes his thoughts on a dime.
FDR talked about Shangri-la, most people now do not get the literary connection, this is a reminder.
Discovered “Lost Horizon” by James Hilton on a discounted ebook site and took the plunge. I was dimly aware of this classic, knew there was a movie, and was familiar with the reference to “Shangri-La.” But I had never read it. I am glad I did. While the context is clearly dated, and the characters strikingly mid-World War British, so many aspects …
I first read this book years ago as a teenager and really loved it. I have read it several times since, and it’s truly a classic!!
Somewhat dated. I must have read in a previous life, but entertaining.
What can I say? A classic adventure story that will transport you to another time and place. I would pay good money to recreate the feelings of adventure I felt when reading Lost Horizon for the first time.
My favorite book in high school.
I am really wondering such a place does exist where it’s difficult to identify a person’s age.
An Interesting View Into Life in the 1930s
Every so often, I like to read a classic author especially in the science fiction genre. I like to see how these early genre authors saw the future, the future of technology, and how the authors predict how people will act in the future. While Lost Horizon actually is of the fantasy genre, it offers an …
a great tale was and still is. Hilton was a step ahead with understanding of the far east. his tell combine great story, enjoyable adventure and deep and curios look into the mysticism and misteries of the great himalaya mountains. still a fresh everytime i take the book.
This is a book I have now read at least four times, it is an adventure, a fantasy and a book that created a plot line that has been repeated many times. It is about a man, but I would not say that it is a man’s book. And it added a word to the English Language that has been over used many times, but I recommend reading about the original shangri …
I have read this book at least 5 times and every time I continue to enjoy this classic more and more
A long-time classic with an iconic story.
Loved this boook, I couldn’t put it down?. Totally captivating
I’ve seen the classic movie several times & wanted to read the book. Very thought provoking.
a great tale and still is. Hilton was a step ahead with undearstanding of the east. his tell combines a great story, enjoyable adventure and deep and curios look into the mysticism and mysteries of the great himalya mountains. a must for dreamers.