When you first hear this book, you will be amazed at the horror stories that Dr. Frankl shares with you. But unlike traditional horror stories, Viktor E. Frankl shares and discusses his unique point of view on the situation. He knew how to make the best of his situation and found a philosophy that is capable of changing the listener forever. In his memoir, you hear the story of Viktor E. Frankl’s miraculous survival. You learn to find meaning in everything you do and to be content with whatever you decide to do in your own life. The stories of his time in the concentration camp are very revealing, unlike any story you’ve ever heard about Nazi concentration camps before. Man’s Search for Meaning inspires you and provokes you to reevaluate all aspects of your life. The philosophy that Viktor E. Frankl shares is a very simple truth. This book will enable you to become an emotionally and psychologically stronger individual.
No matter what this book costs, no matter where you are in life, this book is a must buy for anyone who wants to develop and find purpose. To truly master and implement everything in this book, you must continually listen to and study the material. This has become a staple in my own collection that I always come back to and will continue to do for the rest of my life. There are multiple lessons in this book that become clearer the more you study and apply the teachings. The narrator of this book, Simon Vance, gives an amazing performance. Vance speaks at a moderate pace, bringing emotion and life to each paragraph. The book is easy to follow, but the language can be a bit tricky at times, requiring you to go over a couple of things twice. However, this book is very intriguing and the stories keep you listening; Your mind will be blown when Dr. Frankl starts brewing.
Final score: 4.75/5
This is one of the best listens of all time. Anyone can listen to this book and be solely entertained and get value from the story alone. But if you find yourself looking for more, Man’s Search for Meaning offers exactly that and more. Viktor E. Frankl has written a great article, but to get the true value of this book, he must 100% accept his philosophy. The beginning can be a little hard to get through, but your patience will be well rewarded if you listen with an open mind. Overall I would recommend this book to anyone. Hold on to this and use it as a manual for finding real meaning and purpose in anything in life.
