The Monk of Mokha
The Monk of Mokha
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
353
Biography • Nonfiction
Yemen, San Francisco • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
960L
Super Short Summary
The Monk of Mokha by Dave Eggers tells the true story of Yemeni-American Mokhtar Alkhanshali, who, inspired by Yemen's rich coffee history, resolves to revive its coffee industry. Despite numerous challenges, including a civil war in Yemen, Mokhtar successfully imports high-quality Yemeni coffee to the U.S., transforming it into a celebrated commodity.
Inspirational
Adventurous
Informative
Hopeful
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dave Eggers' The Monk of Mokha is lauded for its inspiring true story of Yemeni-American Mokhtar Alkhanshali's quest to revive Yemeni coffee. Reviewers praise its engaging narrative and social commentary, but some criticize the pacing and depth. Overall, a compelling and educational read with minor flaws.
Who Should Read The Monk of Mokha?
Readers who enjoy The Monk of Mokha by Dave Eggers often appreciate true stories of entrepreneurship and adventure. Comparable to fans of Start Something That Matters by Blake Mycoskie or Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder, they are inspired by tales of resilience, cultural exploration, and social impact.
23,379 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
353
Biography • Nonfiction
Yemen, San Francisco • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
960L
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