Where Confusion Meets Drive – A review of Adegboyega Adetunji’s Babel

Title: Babel: Lessons in pursuing your dreams and achieving them

Author: Adegboyega Adetunji

Year of Publication: 2024

Number of Pages: 59

Category: Self Help

“Babel,” meaning confusion in Hebrew, sets the tone even before you open the book. It is a title that feels heavy and thought-provoking, immediately sparking curiosity about what Adegboyega Adetunji is trying to achieve and the direction he is taking the reader.

Then the subtitle shifts everything. It sounds more like a motivational guide than a purely spiritual text, and you find yourself asking, what exactly is this book about? Is it a Christian reflection, or is it meant to inspire action and personal growth? That question becomes the hook that draws you in.

The book is short and direct. The author wastes no time and pulls you straight into his ideas. There is no long introduction, you are immediately placed in the middle of his thoughts and perspectives.

At first, this can feel a bit confusing. Some sections may appear to question or reinterpret familiar biblical ideas, which may cause the reader to pause. However, as the book progresses, it becomes clearer that the author is not opposing the Bible. Instead, he is using it as a reference point to express his personal understanding of ambition, purpose, and human desire for progress. It invites the reader to think deeply, rather than simply agree or disagree.

What makes the book stand out is this balance. It sits between faith and motivation without forcing either side. It blends reflection with challenge, allowing the reader to think inwardly while also feeling pushed toward action.

The book is also interactive. In some sections, the author invites the reader to write down their own thoughts, making the experience more engaging and personal. He does not wait until the end to provoke reflection, he immediately challenges you to think about your life, direction, and future. While some of the ideas may not feel entirely new, they serve as a strong reminder and push, especially for anyone who feels stuck or unmotivated.

Even if you do not agree with every interpretation, the message remains strong and consistent. It encourages reflection on ambition, purpose, and the human drive to build and become more.

By the end, you may still wonder whether the Tower of Babel was the best example to frame the message. It is a bold and unusual choice, and it naturally raises questions. But one thing is clear, Babel is not simply about confusion; it is about ambition, striving, and the complexity of human desire to rise higher.

About the reviewer
Titilade Oyemade is a business executive in a leading organisation and holds a degree in Russian Language. She’s the convener of the Hangoutwithtee Ladies Event and the Publisher of Hangoutwithtee magazine. She spends her weekends attending women conferences, events and book readings. She loves to have fun and to help other women have the same in their lives. Email: [email protected] Social: @tiipreeofficial