Review of Man Mission
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Review of Man Mission
[Following is a volunteer review of "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel.]
Eytan Uliel's novel titled Man Mission: Four Men, Fifteen Years, One Epic Journey is a remarkable masterpiece that gave me more insight into the lives of men. It got me thinking about what makes a man a "real man". The main character was a college student who started a support group with his pals after they finished their academic careers. The group's only objective was to embark on annual travel gatherings. The men enjoyed themselves, and it seemed more like a boys' night out to rediscover their masculinity and get away from the tedious restrictions of marriage.
These men shared a passion for exploration. Their ability to fulfill their obligations as dads and husbands were undoubtedly called into question by the fact that they went on these yearly trips alone. They started on fifteen different experiences after their first trip to New Zealand. The book's primary themes in the narratives included enjoyment, peril, harm, trust, adventure, fear, ego, marriage, solidarity, and safe spaces for males, among others.
It was unfortunate for the spouses that I discovered some justifications for men's polygamous tendencies while reading the novel. This anecdote helped me understand how men think and how important it is for them to have titles, occupations, and financial means in their DNA. This is their sense of ego and pride. In addition, they desired sex, respect, and compassion from their female partners. Men's solidarity was shown in the story, and it's interesting to notice that when men are together, they are quite free and appreciate their safety nets. The main character, who represented the DNA of a typical male and showed how being starved of intimacy causes people to become entangled in a variety of webs of relationships, was the center of attention in the novel.
There were a lot of unanswered issues due to the tragic outcomes in their personal lives. Can Rachel forgive Joe? Will Pamela forgive Daniel? Was the zeal for the "Man Mission" the cause of the estranged marriages? Can the obvious shortcomings of fathers and husbands be corrected?
The inclusion of quotes that related to each opening chapter was a plus for the plot. The four buddies' conversations are filled with amusing expressions that capture the attitude of men who, despite obstacles in life, never agree to disagree. Characterization was excellent since it was seamlessly woven into the plot and the environment. The protagonist is portrayed by the author as having a vulnerable nature, even though his masculinity competed with that vulnerability.
In my opinion, the emotional turmoil Rachel was experiencing when she made a difficult decision in a hurry was unfavorable. Also, I didn't like how the main character told the story, switching back and forth between the present and the past. This distracted me. I found no obvious mistakes in the story. This book was remarkably edited. For these reasons, rate this work of art a rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Even though I found a negative aspect, it did not affect my reading experience.
I recommend this book to readers who enjoy fiction, particularly women who are curious about how men feel.
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Man Mission
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Eytan Uliel's novel titled Man Mission: Four Men, Fifteen Years, One Epic Journey is a remarkable masterpiece that gave me more insight into the lives of men. It got me thinking about what makes a man a "real man". The main character was a college student who started a support group with his pals after they finished their academic careers. The group's only objective was to embark on annual travel gatherings. The men enjoyed themselves, and it seemed more like a boys' night out to rediscover their masculinity and get away from the tedious restrictions of marriage.
These men shared a passion for exploration. Their ability to fulfill their obligations as dads and husbands were undoubtedly called into question by the fact that they went on these yearly trips alone. They started on fifteen different experiences after their first trip to New Zealand. The book's primary themes in the narratives included enjoyment, peril, harm, trust, adventure, fear, ego, marriage, solidarity, and safe spaces for males, among others.
It was unfortunate for the spouses that I discovered some justifications for men's polygamous tendencies while reading the novel. This anecdote helped me understand how men think and how important it is for them to have titles, occupations, and financial means in their DNA. This is their sense of ego and pride. In addition, they desired sex, respect, and compassion from their female partners. Men's solidarity was shown in the story, and it's interesting to notice that when men are together, they are quite free and appreciate their safety nets. The main character, who represented the DNA of a typical male and showed how being starved of intimacy causes people to become entangled in a variety of webs of relationships, was the center of attention in the novel.
There were a lot of unanswered issues due to the tragic outcomes in their personal lives. Can Rachel forgive Joe? Will Pamela forgive Daniel? Was the zeal for the "Man Mission" the cause of the estranged marriages? Can the obvious shortcomings of fathers and husbands be corrected?
The inclusion of quotes that related to each opening chapter was a plus for the plot. The four buddies' conversations are filled with amusing expressions that capture the attitude of men who, despite obstacles in life, never agree to disagree. Characterization was excellent since it was seamlessly woven into the plot and the environment. The protagonist is portrayed by the author as having a vulnerable nature, even though his masculinity competed with that vulnerability.
In my opinion, the emotional turmoil Rachel was experiencing when she made a difficult decision in a hurry was unfavorable. Also, I didn't like how the main character told the story, switching back and forth between the present and the past. This distracted me. I found no obvious mistakes in the story. This book was remarkably edited. For these reasons, rate this work of art a rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Even though I found a negative aspect, it did not affect my reading experience.
I recommend this book to readers who enjoy fiction, particularly women who are curious about how men feel.
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Man Mission
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes
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