Review of Man Mission
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Review of Man Mission
[Following is a volunteer review of "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel.]
Man Mission is a captivating book by Eytan Uliel, chronicling the testosterone-fueled adventures of four men over the course of fifteen years. From Fiji to Kauai, Thailand to Iceland, and eleven other exotic locations, the unnamed main character and his three mates - Sam, Alec, and Daniel - embark on an annual “manly” adventure that evolves as they age.
Uliel presents the book as a comic travelogue initially, but it quickly draws readers into the intimate lives of the companions. The men's globe-trotting escapades become increasingly extreme, and as they share more of their intimate thoughts with one another, we learn that their seemingly successful lives are not as fulfilling as they may appear. It is a story about coming to terms with middle age and the notion of freedom, and how it evolves as the men mature.
Initially, the concept of freedom is carefree, representing the liberation from the confines of their offices, while their youthful hiking, biking, and kayaking become a respite from the rat race of wealth and prestige. However, as the years go by, their growing families and financial success present new challenges. The annual trip becomes a way to escape the crushing stress of the provider's role, but it also highlights their isolation from loved ones.
Uliel uses animal encounters to emphasize the men's inner conflicts, such as encountering a shark in Fiji, representing the narrator's insecurity and inability to control his life, and a female leopard in Africa, representing the protagonist's suspicion that his wife is losing interest in him.
While the book is engaging, one major flaw is the vague representation of female characters, who only serve to populate the background. Even the men's children are nameless, and the author portrays the men as lacking emotional intelligence despite their love for their families.
Nevertheless, Uliel's rendition of the main character's fifteen-year transformation is palpable, as he cautiously admits his feelings to his friends and eventually finds serenity in the simple joys of life. The author's spectacular descriptions of exotic locations and the epic journey to find the value of telling loved ones you love them every day is forever memorable.
Overall, Man Mission is an animated and believable book that will appeal to college graduates, professionals, and anyone who has built their own business. It is equally engaging for both men and women, and I wholeheartedly recommend it with a rating of four out of four stars and a perfect five out of five star rating . Readers should be aware that the book is published in a fixed format that cannot be adjusted.
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Man Mission
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Man Mission is a captivating book by Eytan Uliel, chronicling the testosterone-fueled adventures of four men over the course of fifteen years. From Fiji to Kauai, Thailand to Iceland, and eleven other exotic locations, the unnamed main character and his three mates - Sam, Alec, and Daniel - embark on an annual “manly” adventure that evolves as they age.
Uliel presents the book as a comic travelogue initially, but it quickly draws readers into the intimate lives of the companions. The men's globe-trotting escapades become increasingly extreme, and as they share more of their intimate thoughts with one another, we learn that their seemingly successful lives are not as fulfilling as they may appear. It is a story about coming to terms with middle age and the notion of freedom, and how it evolves as the men mature.
Initially, the concept of freedom is carefree, representing the liberation from the confines of their offices, while their youthful hiking, biking, and kayaking become a respite from the rat race of wealth and prestige. However, as the years go by, their growing families and financial success present new challenges. The annual trip becomes a way to escape the crushing stress of the provider's role, but it also highlights their isolation from loved ones.
Uliel uses animal encounters to emphasize the men's inner conflicts, such as encountering a shark in Fiji, representing the narrator's insecurity and inability to control his life, and a female leopard in Africa, representing the protagonist's suspicion that his wife is losing interest in him.
While the book is engaging, one major flaw is the vague representation of female characters, who only serve to populate the background. Even the men's children are nameless, and the author portrays the men as lacking emotional intelligence despite their love for their families.
Nevertheless, Uliel's rendition of the main character's fifteen-year transformation is palpable, as he cautiously admits his feelings to his friends and eventually finds serenity in the simple joys of life. The author's spectacular descriptions of exotic locations and the epic journey to find the value of telling loved ones you love them every day is forever memorable.
Overall, Man Mission is an animated and believable book that will appeal to college graduates, professionals, and anyone who has built their own business. It is equally engaging for both men and women, and I wholeheartedly recommend it with a rating of four out of four stars and a perfect five out of five star rating . Readers should be aware that the book is published in a fixed format that cannot be adjusted.
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Man Mission
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes
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