Comments on: Forthcoming Book

By: Ruth Graves

Ruth Graves — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:40:25 +0000

I was not happy about your attitude in "Krakatoa" towards the relative contributions of Wallace vs. Darwin. Darwin had pondered and worked out the ideas of "The Origin..." for years and only rushed to publication to "beat" Wallace because his friends and family felt he deserved credit for an idea that had been gestating in his mind (supported by activities and publications) for years. An important reason for his hesitancy was his affection and respect for his wife's religious beliefs. Simply to put this down as procrastination is unfair.

By: Benedicte du Cheyron Monroe

Benedicte du Cheyron Monroe — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:42:31 +0000

Hi Mr. Winchester
I just finished reading "the man who loved China" and enjoyed it immensely. Would you authorize me to translate it in French? I have done translations on economic and political subjects, and I have some free time now.
Best regards

By: Lisa

Lisa — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 07:03:35 +0000

Dear Mr. Winchester,

The publication date is already on my calendar. It was a nice surprise to find the book annoucement on the internet today.

I wonder if there is a chapter on the Azores? I hope so . . . I sent you an e-mail some time ago asking if you would ever publish a book on that part of the world and it's wonderful geology.

May I ask if the audio CD version will be published similtaneously and whether you will do the reading yourself?

Kind regards,

Lisa

By: Phil Wesler

Phil Wesler — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:03:31 +0000

Dear Mr. Winchester,

I have enjoyed reading some of your books. I'm working on two of them now, but I came across what I consider an error, in "The Meaning of Everything". You say that Noah Webster came from New Hartford, Ct. That's about 16 miles from where he was really born, in West Hartford. I know, since I've visited his home, and lived about 2 miles away for 35 years.

Sincerely, Phil Wesler

P.S. The other one is "Krakatoa", and I haven't found any errors in it yet, but I'm still looking!

By: helengiss

helengiss — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:56:14 +0000

Dear Simon, I know this is short notice, but I am reviewing your book "The Man Who Loved China" at my book club on Wednesday the 3rd. We met in Hong Kong at the American Club in Tai Tam and were guest's of Deborah O'Hara. If you have time it would be great to hear from you regarding this particular book. Thanks, Helen Giss