The Lost City of Z

About “The Lost City of Z”

The Lost City of Z is a non-fiction account by David Grann about the mysterious disappearance of British explorer Percy Fawcett in 1925. Fawcett set out to find an ancient civilization he called "Z" in the Amazon, a region long associated with myths like El Dorado. He and his son vanished during the expedition, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Grann was inspired by Fawcett's diaries to investigate the mystery, uncovering the dangers and allure of the Amazon. Over the years, many others have searched for Fawcett and "Z," facing death, madness, or capture. Grann's journey into the jungle led him to uncover new information about Fawcett's fate and the enduring mystery of the Amazon. The book explores the persistence of those who seek the unknown and the powerful hold the jungle has on the human imagination.