Book Review: Society of the Snow

Society of the Snow
by Pablo Vierci
Review by Doyel

Society of the Snow is a gripping account of one of the most harrowing survival stories in history—the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crash in the Andes in 1972. Vierci’s meticulous research for this book and his vivid storytelling brings to life the intense struggles faced by the 16 survivors amidst the unforgiving and vast Andean landscape.

The book explores the themes of immense psychological and emotional turmoil of the survivors, grappling with guilt, despair, and especially the moral dilemmas of survival. I see the book not only as a tale of endurance, but a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of solidarity in the face of adversity. Vierci’s narrative is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, and is sure to leave a lasting impression of courage and resilience that will stay with the reader long after finishing the book.