The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris Audiobook

" A joy to read, somehow lacking in thematic unity. "

" McCullough write history more like a novel. I learned so much about Americans going to France, and was especially moved by the story of Augustus St. Gaudens. I do think he could have focused more on some of the women, but he did well with Mary Cassat, and I enjoyed the book greatly. "

" I like McCullough. Makes history fun. "

" I love the time period and what I learned about the various artists and writers. What a time that must have been and what a sacrifice families made to keep them in Paris, not to mention the risk it took to even get there. Trouble is, there was so much information, each Chapter could have been a book. I was overwhelmed. "

" I enjoyed the book, but almost half of it is source notes, acknowledgments, and index. Literally, my Kindle showed 57% progress before the sources notes. "

" Not as compelling as some of his earlier books, but the sections on the artists (Gaudens, Sargent, Cassatt) were especially good. "

" It's about Paris. What could be better? "

" I liked it. it was a good book to read right before my trip to Paris. "

" I loved this. Learn about the 19th century in France. Things happened I knew noting about. "

" An interesting account of a number of young American artists who journey to Paris in the mid to late 1800's. While not a fascinating read, it is a well researched, non-fiction description of the artists' lives and achievements will living in Paris. "

" What a fascinating book! I marvel at David McCullough's research, his captivating writing style, and his ability to take the reader back in history. Reading McCullough truly makes the past come alive. "

" Reading McCullough's descriptions of nineteenth century paintings is the next best thing to going to a museum. His descriptions of Paris stirred me wanderlust. I so admire the depth of his scholarship on this topic that is dear to me. "

" Not great...Pretty boring actually. I've not read his books before and am not very impressed. Especially after reading glowing reviews. I'd think twice before picking up another. "

" LOVED everything about this book, and never wanted it to end. Simply fascinating, and makes me die to go to Paris again! "

" Great book - full of interesting stories about famous and not-so-famous Americans and their lives in Paris during the 19th century. I was disappointed when I finished reading the book. And, if you've been to Paris, it is even better! Highly recommend this book. "

" McCullough finds a story I never thought I would read. Fascinating story about some American trailblazers and their inspiration in Paris. "

" Good read. Slow at times, but I found it fascinating. I look at a lot of art differently and it definitely enhanced my recent trip to Paris as well as my view of American art (especially sculpture) since I returned. "

" Can't go wrong with a McCullough! Especially with book on tape while driving. "

" Being a francophone of sorts, this was a fun book to read, and I loved learning about the ex-pats. It was also the perfect companion read to Eiffel's Tower. "

" Really enjoyed this- nonfiction and history of a time period I didn't know as much about. Americans who went to live for a time in Paris "

" Edward Herrmann is a great narrator. Fascinating book. "

" A marvelous history lesson; highly readable! It was a golden era for the arts and humanities in the City of Lights! "

" For my review of this book, please see the July/August 2011 edition of The Brooklyn Rail. "

" Different. More like a history book. It was dry at times, very detailed. But on the positive side it showed how many American artists, writers, politicians and doctors during the 1830s went to France to foster their knowledge of their craft. "