A True Hero in Our Time
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It is easy to get depressed with all of the world's crises, but reading about the commitment and energy of Paul Farmer, MD and his effort to bring healthcare to "third" world is inspirational.  Farmer's energy is boundless, as are his commitment to science and caring.  I am very glad a friend introduced me to this book.
4295751
A great read, a true story that was for me a page  turner. A true hero that I'm sure many people did not know of.
1548867
It was finally great to read about a true hero of the bus boycott [Claudette Colvin], who at a tender age stood alone determined to change a situation, she found her people. It's a shame that some of those leaders who basked in the glory of the situation became heroes, and when suited turned their backs on her. But karma is an unbeatable force ... never too late for the truth.

Mention must also be made of another young heroine [Mary louise Smith] who participated in a similar bus protest situation. Both of these young ladies should be more prominently  featured in our Black History Month celebrations. Thanks for their determination to unknowingly change history.
2915771
He is a hero, they were a generation of heroes, and this is a must read for anyone with interest in the Pacific Theater and how the brave young aviators snatched victory against the Japanese from the jaws of defeat.
1392760
Adam Brown is a modern day hero. Like many heroes, his life was humble, his story largely unknown except to those in his circle. I am so glad that Eric Blehm took the initiative to tell Adam's story! It is a heart-tugging, inspiring, motivating story. What makes this book so captivating is the man who is it's hero. Eric Blehm presents Adam Brown in full color, no blemishes removed, but also in full glory. Adam went through some very dark times - as a young person enjoying success and popularity but then feeling lost and aimless and turning to drugs. Adam's family and friends persisted for years in loving him, and eventually, strengthened by their faith in him, Adam courageously fought his drug addiction and became a selfless member of the elite Navy SEAL Team SIX. "Undaunted" is a word that keeps coming to mind as one reads Adam's story. He faced emotional and physical barriers to becoming a Navy SEAL, but refused to give up or give in. His wife, Kelley, was steadfast in her belief in Adam and likewise undaunted by the extreme challenges that life as his wife brought. It's a great story about an extraordinary man who rose above every challenge in his life until the moment he gave his life on a mission of freedom. It is also a testament to the brotherhood of the members of the SEAL Team SIX. Not having a military background myself, I enjoyed this glimpse into that elite group. It was obvious to me how much Adam's SEAL brothers thought of him, how highly his family and friends regarded him, and how unselfish his life and service to his family and country were. This is a book men and women alike would enjoy. It is a story that deserves to be told, a story that in turn is inspiring others to face their own challenges. I received this book on a complimentary basis from Waterbrook Multhomah Publishers for purposes of review, and am not required to give a positive review. 5 out of 5 stars. For more information, visit the website: [...]
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An amazingly selfless human being Adam Brown must have been. The courage displayed by he and his wife Kelley throughout this story is truly inspirational. An American hero that was taken far too soon. A good read...by the end of the book you will find yourself wanting to be a better person. Thank you to the entire Brown family for sharing Adam's story. May God bless every person serving in our military! Freedom is not free...and thank you so much for your sacrifice.
4655096
This is the true Superman we all grew up with. The one that, no matter what happens to him, he never strays from his code of ethics. A real hero to aspire to.
1521951
A real story of a real hero.  Williams leaves his home to try his fortune in Burma and transitions into more than any of us could hope to be.  He dives into the culture of the country, the language and culture of the people, and bonds with the elephants more than apparently any white man prior.  He not only challenges the attitude of the British working with the elephants, but realizes how the elephants bond together, recognizing their complex social structure.  A must read for anyone interested in true history and real heroism.
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I was very moved by this book and this should be a must read for everyone,including kids. You will greatly respect this author and Jimmy Simone. I am just amazed that Jimmy is still here with us and am so glad to have read about a true life hero. Robert Sberna did excellent research and goes into great detail. Kids should learn from a young age to have respect for police officers,this book will open their eyes. This should be part of a reading program in schools. I was sad when it ended,I wanted to read more about Jimmy Simone!
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Great story, and a rather quick read.  The action is non-stop, moving from crisis to crisis.  The hero does what everyone would like to do but who are afraid to actually do it.  More insight into the thinking and character of our hero would be good.  The action that plays out in the story suggests motivation that is deep seated and complex, but one feels there's a lot more that could be said to describe what brought our hero to this point.
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What a true American hero! His patriotism will always be remembered.
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Too often, we tear down our heroes in a misguided attempt to "humanize" them -- but if being perfect is a prerequisite, then nobody can ever truly be a hero. Thankfully, in "The Girl Watchers Club," Harry Stein sets things straight. These men demonstrate that the essence of heroism is character. It's the will to do what must be done, and to keep on doing it because it's right. That's not a small thing by any means, especially in these days of moral relativity, but it requires no special skills or training, and any of us can do it if we're willing to try. Yes, the Girl Watchers are a most interesting bunch of characters, and it's immensely enjoyable to get to know them through Stein's engrossing narrative. The book is a winner on that level alone. But the book's subtitle is no afterthought -- life really is a battlefield, and these guys have much to teach us about winning. Truly inspiring.
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One of the best books I have ever read.  He is a true hero.  Such a great guy and so down to earth.
437088
This guy was ALL MAN!  He didn't tolerate any of the BS PC crap that pervades our society.  He respected a man for being a man.  Where have all these heroes gone?  I wouldn't trade 100 average citizens of today for this man.  This is his story.
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This book is not just an amazing story, but Mr. Dunn is truly an amazing human being.  In this day and age it is difficult to believe someone would be so compassionate, giving of countless days of his time, and sticking with his client to achieve this unbelievable result.  We are lucky to have lawyers of this caliber in our community.  If you have not yet read this story, you should.  As a twenty year veteran criminal defense attorney, I will just say that I am privileged to know Phil Dunn.
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Wow!! Incredible stories of real events in our history.  Keith does a wonderful job (duty) of bringing to us these incredible acts of Heroism that would just be forgotten. Thank you to each and everyone that has and is serving our country in an honorable manor. This is very moving and should be in everyone's audio library. These and stories like these should be past to generations so that real valor is not lost.  Thank you Keith for your research and dedication to this project.
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Incredible true story of a local slave/hero.