MANINTHEMIDDLE

The narrative chronicles a year spent in Ecuador, highlighting the author's experiences as an English teacher in Quito and his cultural immersion. He navigates the challenges of adapting to a new environment, including language barriers and urban safety concerns. His travels throughout the country, including stays with indigenous families in the Amazon and visits to environmentally impacted regions, deepen his appreciation for Ecuadorian culture. Reflecting on his native country's materialism, he contemplates the possibility of a more permanent life in Ecuador.