Review of Unbecoming Human

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Unbecoming Human" by Milton Cruz.]
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4 out of 5 stars
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In Unbecoming Human by Milton Cruz, a compelling non-fiction book, the author tackles a wide range of profound themes, from freedom and spirituality to the complexities of modern existence. Cruz invites readers to reflect deeply on the human condition in a unique style that resembles poetry, with brief lines centered on each page. He addresses pressing issues such as abortion, the erosion of personal and family values, and the quest for identity in an increasingly chaotic world. Through poignant insights and personal quotes, he challenges us to reclaim our humanity and embrace our diverse heritages. This book serves as an evocative call to action, encouraging us to foster connections and confront the dehumanizing forces that threaten our existence.

What I liked most about this book is that it contains a lot of wisdom from someone who seems to have lived through many different experiences. The book addresses topics quickly and intelligently, and here we can mention the most diverse subjects: artificial intelligence, the role of parents in raising children, the importance of faith, freedom, the value of human life, and so on. Several quotes are phrases full of wisdom that apply to all humanity, regardless of the context in which the reader lives. By creating an edifying work that makes you stop and think about various subjects, the author created a true gem that will instruct without tiring the reader. Besides, the book's editing is flawless: I couldn't find a grammatical error.

The main flaw of the book is that many phrases appear repeatedly. At first, I thought the author wanted to emphasize some ideas or that this simply went unnoticed by whoever edited the book. However, in some cases, this problem is excessive. For example, "Inactivity is not an opportunity; it's just that." appears four times in a book over 100 pages. And this is far from being the only phrase that occurs repeatedly. The book needs editing to avoid these redundancies; that's what I liked the least.

Overall, Unbecoming Human is an easy-to-read and wisdom-filled book that addresses issues specific to human reality and even changes happening in the modern world. I would have given the book a perfect score because I enjoyed this work, but the excessive repetition made the book drop in value for me. Therefore, I rate it 4 out of 5 stars.

I recommend this book to Americans or readers interested in American culture who think the country and Western society are going down the wrong path. The author presents intelligent criticism in a simple, easy-to-read way that will please many readers.

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Unbecoming Human by Milton Cruz is a thought-provoking non-fiction book that delves into themes like freedom, spirituality, and the complexities of modern life. With poetic writing and brief, impactful lines, Cruz explores issues such as abortion, the decline of family values, and the search for identity in a chaotic world. Through personal reflections, he urges readers to reclaim their humanity and embrace diversity, offering a call to action to confront the forces that dehumanize society.
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As a New Jerseyite, I must say that Unbecoming Human by Milton Cruz seems like an intriguing read. The review highlights the author's unique poetic style and his exploration of deep themes like freedom, spirituality, and identity. The book's focus on pressing issues like abortion and the erosion of personal values also adds to its appeal. However, the reviewer does mention that the repetition of certain phrases could be improved through editing. Overall, I would rate this book a solid 4 out of 5 stars. Absorbing narrative, lost myself in the story completely.
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