Review of Man Mission
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Review of Man Mission
[Following is a volunteer review of "Man Mission" by Eytan Uliel.]
Tired of the routine in their mundane lives, four friends plan a yearly trip. Each trip is different from the last, but each is just as dangerous and as freeing. From scaling an ice wall in Iceland to kayaking across an ocean in Fiji, they experience euphoria and a sense of freedom. The rules are simple. Each trip must be something that is considered manly, and only their physical power must be used for travel through the country. With poor planning and a whole lot of enthusiasm, the first few trips provide a lot of comedy as they end with injuries. Soon more rules, traditions, and punishments are added as the missions become more organized and grow into a tradition that can be handed down to the next generation. As these men grow and build their lives, these trips become the only source of stability as trouble and conflict encroach on their daily lives.
With a shocking excerpt at the beginning, Eytan Uliel announces that Man Mission is different from all other books. Described in stunning detail, this 364-pager will fill the heart with a thirst for adventure and a need to travel. As a beautifully written and inspiring roman à clef, this book touches on nearly every milestone and doubt in adult life. With realistic and relatable content, Eytan manipulates the readers emotionally with such ease. The quotes, excerpts, and mission statistics at the beginning and end of every chapter start and end each trip with a beautiful flourish. Eytan's stunning ability to make the mundane absolutely riveting is not something to be easily ignored. The characters ageing and lack of sporting prowess add enough comedy to keep readers chuckling to the very end.
As far as qualities go, the most astonishing and, perhaps, wonderful quality of this possible memoir is the lack of a name for the protagonist. Eytan unveils the magnitude of his talent with this feat. Despite missing one of the essential pieces of a story, this book remains inspiring, elaborate, and riveting. Using the weight of family, financial responsibility, and a career, Eytan delves into the hard truths behind masculinity and what it means to be a man.
As this book has no errors, it is exceptionally well edited. I'm rating this book 4 out of 4 stars. The error-free, wholesome content; beautiful plot development; riveting escapades; relatable challenges; and the feat of not naming the protagonist all influenced the final rating. I hated nothing about this book.
This book places no constraints on religion, gender, or culture. I would recommend this book to adults who travel or dream of travelling and to anyone who's going through one of life's challenges. Unfortunately, due to mature jokes and profanity, this book is not suitable for a younger audience.
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Man Mission
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Tired of the routine in their mundane lives, four friends plan a yearly trip. Each trip is different from the last, but each is just as dangerous and as freeing. From scaling an ice wall in Iceland to kayaking across an ocean in Fiji, they experience euphoria and a sense of freedom. The rules are simple. Each trip must be something that is considered manly, and only their physical power must be used for travel through the country. With poor planning and a whole lot of enthusiasm, the first few trips provide a lot of comedy as they end with injuries. Soon more rules, traditions, and punishments are added as the missions become more organized and grow into a tradition that can be handed down to the next generation. As these men grow and build their lives, these trips become the only source of stability as trouble and conflict encroach on their daily lives.
With a shocking excerpt at the beginning, Eytan Uliel announces that Man Mission is different from all other books. Described in stunning detail, this 364-pager will fill the heart with a thirst for adventure and a need to travel. As a beautifully written and inspiring roman à clef, this book touches on nearly every milestone and doubt in adult life. With realistic and relatable content, Eytan manipulates the readers emotionally with such ease. The quotes, excerpts, and mission statistics at the beginning and end of every chapter start and end each trip with a beautiful flourish. Eytan's stunning ability to make the mundane absolutely riveting is not something to be easily ignored. The characters ageing and lack of sporting prowess add enough comedy to keep readers chuckling to the very end.
As far as qualities go, the most astonishing and, perhaps, wonderful quality of this possible memoir is the lack of a name for the protagonist. Eytan unveils the magnitude of his talent with this feat. Despite missing one of the essential pieces of a story, this book remains inspiring, elaborate, and riveting. Using the weight of family, financial responsibility, and a career, Eytan delves into the hard truths behind masculinity and what it means to be a man.
As this book has no errors, it is exceptionally well edited. I'm rating this book 4 out of 4 stars. The error-free, wholesome content; beautiful plot development; riveting escapades; relatable challenges; and the feat of not naming the protagonist all influenced the final rating. I hated nothing about this book.
This book places no constraints on religion, gender, or culture. I would recommend this book to adults who travel or dream of travelling and to anyone who's going through one of life's challenges. Unfortunately, due to mature jokes and profanity, this book is not suitable for a younger audience.
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Man Mission
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes
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