Running an expedition can bring out the worst in a man. It can make you a power-crazed monster.
In "House of the Tiger King: The Quest for a Lost City," Tahir Shah explores the intense challenges and moral dilemmas faced during expeditions. He highlights how the pressures of adventure and discovery can lead to negative traits in individuals, transforming them into power-hungry beings. This transformation often manifests as an unhealthy obsession with control and dominance over both the environment and the people involved.
Shah's cautionary message serves as a...