Review of The Altitude Journals
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Review of The Altitude Journals
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Altitude Journals" by David J Mauro.]
“Any summit push entails effort and great risk.” Persistence is essential if a person wants to be successful. You might hit rock bottom, but if you can redirect your efforts instead of quitting, victory is inevitable. David Mauro's life went downhill in his forties due to the loss of his brother and the difficult divorce. His brother-in-law, Ty, invited him to climb the highest mountain in Alaska called Denali. Even though he had never climbed a mountain before, he agreed. Despite the dangerous experience of ascending the summit of Denali, David eventually climbed up six other mountains over the next seven years namely: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania; Elbrus, Russia; Aconcagua, Argentina; Vinson Massif, Antarctica; the Carstensz Pyramid, Indonesia; and Everest, Asia. The biography underscores his ability to pass the darkest times of his life, and he was the sixty-fifth American to climb the world's tallest mountain. Furthermore, he describes how he conquered the unpredictable treks of each mountain and all the lessons of each ascent. If you choose this biography, I guarantee you would not be able to put the book down.
I never had an adrenaline rush like I had from reading this adventure novel. The story is compelling, and the suspension will keep the reader on board, anticipating how the next expedition will unfold. The Altitude Journals by David J. Mauro is an emotional story, yet motivating at the same time. My favorite quote: “But most of all I learned that every big mountain is really just a lot of little mountains, and they can only be climbed one at a time.” It was a reminder that we must take one step at a time to reach the objectives we set for ourselves and enjoy every moment of the trip. I admire the resilience of the writer and how he encouraged himself by comparing the challenges of mountaineering with the challenges of life.
His authentic writing style infused with his talent as an actor paints a lively image that makes you feel part of the expedition team. It was interesting to see how David used his gut feeling to figure out which mountain to climb next. While the story was intense, the sprinkling of humor throughout the story added lightness and entertainment to the tale.
He was able to build a successful life by facing his middle-life crisis head-on and conquering his demons. The book covered topics including betrayal, confidence in others, forgiveness, not giving up, and regaining love. I enjoyed the writer highlighting the subject of depression and that he sought professional assistance in addressing the issue. This is relevant because some multitudes suffer from this disease, and they can benefit from reading the book.
I could not find anything negative about the book. As a result, the book deserves four out of four stars. The pictures in the book were a nice touch that contributed to my pleasant read. If you feel defeated and think the odds are against you, this book will empower you. Do you enjoy travel and outdoor adventure? Pick the book and ride along. The borderline profanity could not thwart my reading. I did not spot any errors.
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The Altitude Journals
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“Any summit push entails effort and great risk.” Persistence is essential if a person wants to be successful. You might hit rock bottom, but if you can redirect your efforts instead of quitting, victory is inevitable. David Mauro's life went downhill in his forties due to the loss of his brother and the difficult divorce. His brother-in-law, Ty, invited him to climb the highest mountain in Alaska called Denali. Even though he had never climbed a mountain before, he agreed. Despite the dangerous experience of ascending the summit of Denali, David eventually climbed up six other mountains over the next seven years namely: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania; Elbrus, Russia; Aconcagua, Argentina; Vinson Massif, Antarctica; the Carstensz Pyramid, Indonesia; and Everest, Asia. The biography underscores his ability to pass the darkest times of his life, and he was the sixty-fifth American to climb the world's tallest mountain. Furthermore, he describes how he conquered the unpredictable treks of each mountain and all the lessons of each ascent. If you choose this biography, I guarantee you would not be able to put the book down.
I never had an adrenaline rush like I had from reading this adventure novel. The story is compelling, and the suspension will keep the reader on board, anticipating how the next expedition will unfold. The Altitude Journals by David J. Mauro is an emotional story, yet motivating at the same time. My favorite quote: “But most of all I learned that every big mountain is really just a lot of little mountains, and they can only be climbed one at a time.” It was a reminder that we must take one step at a time to reach the objectives we set for ourselves and enjoy every moment of the trip. I admire the resilience of the writer and how he encouraged himself by comparing the challenges of mountaineering with the challenges of life.
His authentic writing style infused with his talent as an actor paints a lively image that makes you feel part of the expedition team. It was interesting to see how David used his gut feeling to figure out which mountain to climb next. While the story was intense, the sprinkling of humor throughout the story added lightness and entertainment to the tale.
He was able to build a successful life by facing his middle-life crisis head-on and conquering his demons. The book covered topics including betrayal, confidence in others, forgiveness, not giving up, and regaining love. I enjoyed the writer highlighting the subject of depression and that he sought professional assistance in addressing the issue. This is relevant because some multitudes suffer from this disease, and they can benefit from reading the book.
I could not find anything negative about the book. As a result, the book deserves four out of four stars. The pictures in the book were a nice touch that contributed to my pleasant read. If you feel defeated and think the odds are against you, this book will empower you. Do you enjoy travel and outdoor adventure? Pick the book and ride along. The borderline profanity could not thwart my reading. I did not spot any errors.
******
The Altitude Journals
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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