Henckels makes very nice knives, but these are NOT very good. The edge isn't what I would call serrated; probably more like a fine tooth saw blade. Cutting meat doesn't work well as raw flesh gets stuck to the small teeth of the blade.

I have to question the intelligence or the sanity, and probably both, of anyone who reads this book and believes it. Paper's too slick for TP and probably wont burn well so save that penny for the used book, not worth the cost of shipping.

I've been a long time reader of this annual collection of travel stories. Each one has had a different viewpoint that is shaped by the editors that change each year. Some have been better than others. I give this collection a solid B+. The stories are well chosen and the writing is solid.