Lost Horizon: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Lost Horizon by James Hilton — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Following a plane crash, Conway, a British consul; his deputy; a missionary; and an American financier find themselves in the enigmatic snow-capped mountains of uncharted Tibet. Here they discover a seemingly perfect hidden community where they are welcomed with gracious hospitality. Intrigued by its mystery, the travellers set about discovering the secret hidden at the shimmering heart of Shangri-La.
Quick facts about Lost Horizon
- Title: Lost Horizon
- Author: James Hilton
- First published: 1933
- Genre: fiction, survival after airplane accidents, shipwrecks, utopias
- OpenLibrary ID: OL2455093W
Where to read Lost Horizon
Lost Horizon by James Hilton is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lost Horizon about?
Following a plane crash, Conway, a British consul; his deputy; a missionary; and an American financier find themselves in the enigmatic snow-capped mountains of uncharted Tibet.
Who wrote Lost Horizon?
Lost Horizon was written by James Hilton.
When was Lost Horizon published?
Lost Horizon was first published in 1933.
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