I didn't dislike this book, but I am not sure it would be interesting reading to anyone who wasn't interested in learning about other cultures, anyone who doesn't like reading a memoir told in the style of old, or anyone who's preparing for a trip to Tibet, as I was last year. Harrer really goes into the minutiae of his adventures, which can be a bit long-winded at times, and some of his comments about what he observes a bit ignorant. On the whole, it's one man's glimpse into a foreign culture, so take it or leave it as you will.