Man Mission

Four Men, Fifteen Years, One Epic Journey

De: Eytan Uliel

Narrado por: Nick Cracknell

While in college, a group of four young men establish a tradition: every year, they take a week-long adventure trip together. They go hiking, biking, or kayaking, traveling all around the world. They call it their Man Mission, an annual ritual that they keep for 15 years. In the course of their travels, they hitch a ride with drug dealers in New Zealand, down kava shots on Fijian beaches, come face-to-face with a roaring lion in South Africa, luxuriate in a resort intended only for Vietnamese Communist officials, trek to Machu Picchu, and go ice climbing in Iceland. Over the years, they get married, start families, establish careers, and do all the stuff upright men are supposed to do. But when the challenges of real life come into conflict with the perfect lives they are supposed to be living, the yearly Man Mission becomes more than an annual getaway. It's a source of stability and a place to find redemption.

Part travel narrative and part roman à clef, this novel follows four regular guys as they find adventure together, and seek meaning and purpose, in a world where the traditional rules of "being a man" are no longer clear.

©2019 Eytan Uliel (P)2019 Eytan Uliel

Reseñas de la Crítica

"5 out of 5 stars" (Foreword Clarion Reviews)

"A fast-moving, fresh, multi-faceted story of exploration" (Louise Herron AM, CEO, Sydney Opera House)

"A candid account of a man's viewpoint-4 out of 4 stars" (Online Book Club)

Man Mission

Eytan Uliel’s Man Mission is a captivating exploration of friendship, adventure, and self-discovery, brought to life with dynamic narration that perfectly complements the book’s vivid content. The narrator’s pacing captures the spirit of the yearly “Man Missions,” transporting listeners to the diverse landscapes and cultures the characters traverse—from the lush beauty of New Zealand to the stark majesty of Iceland. The narrator’s ability to embody the camaraderie and tensions between the four friends adds a layer of emotional depth, making their individual struggles and growth feel tangible and real.

The narration skillfully enhances the author's writing, particularly in its portrayal of the rich scenery and introspective moments. The use of quotes from famous figures and biblical references resonates through the narrator’s delivery, emphasizing the larger philosophical themes woven into the story—happiness, fulfillment, and the nuances of friendship. Each character’s journey toward self-understanding is made more relatable through the nuanced performance, drawing listeners into the highs and lows of their 15-year adventure.

Overall, the narration adds richness to an already thought-provoking novel. It brings Man Mission to life, offering listeners not just an immersive literary experience but an emotional journey. Whether you're in it for the gripping adventures or the deep reflections on life and friendship, the audiobook format is a compelling choice, and the performance is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Tequileptik

Amazing book, i really loved how the story develops
and the characters are really well made.
5out of 5

life lesson

The story to me started out to be dull. All saw was one man telling of yearly trips he and his friends took and what they did and went through on these trips. But later see it's not just about the trips but the life lessons he dealt with on the trips as well as in home and work life. I know the name of the three friends but of the fourth, who happens to be the narrator; and I would have liked to known this.