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Paperback
Publisher: Ecw Press
The preeminent source for Lost fans, this fourth volume of the popular companion series finds the show having regained both audience fervor and critical praise as the rescued "Oceanic 6" decide whether or not to return to the island for those left behind. Featuring the most comprehensive episode guide available as well as many never-before-seen photos, this resource is invaluable for all followers of Lost, whether casual viewers or hard-core theorists. With an analysis of how John Locke could become the mysterious Jeremy Bentham, the in-depth handbook also includes background information on the show's historical, philosophical, religious, and literary references, such as those alluding to James Joyce's Ulysses and Stephen King's The Stand.
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| Pefection |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I can't imagine catching up before a new season of Lost without Nikki Stafford's 'Finding Lost' series. Perfect blend of recap, insight, happy frustration, hilarity, biography, book review, and adoration of all things Desmond, this book has earned it's spot on my shelves next to my Lost DVDs.
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| Like Lost? You'll want this book |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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If you like Lost, you'll love Nikki's books. They're well organized, well written, and thought provoking. Lost is the perfect series for a book of this nature, if it's written by the right person; Nikki is just such.
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| Finding Lost is much more then an episode guide... |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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If there is one question I have to ask you right at this moment, it is why are you reading this review and NOT reading this book already?
For the last few years, Nikki Stafford has been pain stakingly researching and watching and re-watching every episode of Lost to create these books. She never misses a detail and goes more in depth then any other book on Lost I have ever read. Her "Did you notice?" segments help point out things that casual viewers (and sometimes even hardcore Lost fans!) didn't see the first time around. The interesting facts she includes relate the show to pop culture and other things in life. She even includes handy guides for who gets hurt, when the numbers pop up, and what music is in each episode. You can't go wrong!
Nikki is THE source for Lost information. She goes above and beyond making this book a episode guide, including in depth discussions about books that appear in the show and their overall signifigance.
If you're into Lost, this is the book for you. Get it. Read it. Now. What are you waiting for?
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| Love Finding Lost! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I own all of the Finding Lost books. They have helped me rediscover a series that I was already in love with. The books are structured so that you don't necessarily have to rewatch episodes but it certainly enhances the experience. My favorite part of the books is the exploration of non-fiction aspects of the show. There is an analysis of the real John Locke and how his ideas fit into the show.
If you are a fan, or know a fan, buy these books!
I also love Nikki Stafford as an author from way back in the day when she wrote about Buffy the Vampire Slayer (as in Bite Me!) Her blog is phenomenal when it comes to anything cult-like or sci-fi/fantasy. Check out all of her books!
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| A must for every LOST fan... |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I read quite a few books about LOST before I found Nikki's. They all paled in comparison. These books are so much more than season guides. They offer new insights, intelligent theorizing, and are a blast to read. I especially love the unanswered questions section for each episode.
I like to read a particular episode's entry, then rewatch the episode. If you're new to LOST, I recommend watching the episode first, then reading the entry. Not because Nikki gives anything away (she doesn't), but after you read her entry, you'll be able to rewatch the episode in a whole new light. Plus, I guarantee you'll miss stuff she catches!
It's also really great that Nikki reads *every single book* referenced on LOST. This is an enormous undertaking! And I'm soooo happy she read and summarized "Ulysses" by James Joyce, because now I don't have to read it! :)
Stop reading this review and put this book in your shopping cart NOW. No regrets!
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