Thomas Stein Stein itibaren Gebe Island, Central Halmahera Regency, North Maluku, Endonezya itibaren Gebe Island, Central Halmahera Regency, North Maluku, Endonezya

I saw this movie years ago and I remember loving it and thinking what a great story it was. Ever since then I really wanted to read the book. It definitely did not disappoint - it is a great book. However, when I went back and watched the movie again after reading the book - I was less than thrilled. In the book Miss Halcombe is such a strong woman - always thinking for herself, which is part of the reason I liked the book so much. The movie made her seem weak and helpless. So definitely read the book, and maybe pass on the movie.

Interesting to gain the perspective of another culture and how someone tries to assimilate into other cultures. Sometimes it must feel suffocating to them. This book was a bit depressing. It had some interesting aspects about Iran, the people, and imagery. I am still a sucker for happy endings and when that doesn't happen I am left feeling a little flat even through I know that is not how life really is.