I've never known a travel book to have so much soul in it. This is one of those books that makes you very fond of the author - even when you don't as much know the color of his hair! The book started with an Italo Calvino reference that made me squeal because I am a thorough fan.

I think this is a really important book and I believe its slightly mystic quality is going to amuse and attract readers for generations to come.

If you’re looking for a coffee table travel book full of glossy color photos, this is not the book for you. If, however, you want to read about weird, unusual places no one else has ever heard of, if you want to armchair travel to places that time has forgotten and explore underground lairs and crumbling towers, than this fascinating book is for you

If you enjoy going off the beaten track when you travel then you will enjoy creating a wish list from this book. I have been to some of the places in the book and can verify the research is accurate.. Black and white photos and some basic maps. Thank you #NetGalley for the copy to review.