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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Climbing the Glass Mountain: A Father’s Amazing Journey into Spirituality is a work of non-fiction penned by father and son duo Allen and David Gliniewicz in the memoir, inspirational writing, and family history subgenres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience. Readers are invited to follow the compelling narrative of Allen Gliniewicz, an aerospace engineer at NASA during the Apollo era. The story delves into the challenges Allen faced in the aftermath of the Apollo 1 accident, highlighting his unconventional approach to decoding the language of dreams. As a crucial player in the Apollo 13 rescue, Allen's journey is intertwined with his deep connection to the unconscious mind.
This engaging memoir is so well-described and atmospherically delivered that it’s like taking a fascinating journey through the golden age of space flight, witnessing triumphs against formidable odds as if you were personally there. The storytelling, as conveyed smoothly and enthusiastically by Allen's son David Gliniewicz, is both personal and engaging, offering a loving tribute to an adored father, but also keeping readers involved in the tale and welcomed into Allen’s world. The narrative captures historical events with a great level of accuracy and creativity, and it also introduces a sense of broader reality, inviting readers to consider the mystical possibilities that may exist beyond the mundane. I found myself increasingly curious and more excited as the story developed, and I can easily see this work inspiring others to follow in Allen’s footsteps. Overall, Climbing the Glass Mountain is a thought-provoking and highly recommended exploration of spirituality, dreams, and the extraordinary potential that can be discovered in the pursuit of one's passions.
