Download or read book Triumph Over Adversity written by Charles Jackard and published by . This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ulysses S Grant written by Brooks Simpson and published by Zenith Press. This book was released on 2014-10-21 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many modern historians have painted Ulysses S. Grant as a butcher, a drunk, and a failure as president. Others have argued the exact opposite and portray him with saintlike levels of ethic and intellect. In Ulysses S. Grant: Triumph over Adversity 1822–1865, historian Brooks D. Simpson takes neither approach, recognizing Grant as a complex and human figure with human faults, strengths, and motivations. Simpson offers a balanced and complete study of Grant from birth to the end of the Civil War, with particular emphasis on his military career and family life and the struggles he overcame in his unlikely rise from unremarkable beginnings to his later fame as commander of the Union Army. Chosen as a New York Times Notable Book upon its original publication, Ulysses S. Grant is a readable, thoroughly researched portrait that sheds light on this controversial figure.
Download or read book No Such Thing As IMPOSSIBLE written by JAIRO ÁLVAREZ-BOTERO and published by Palibrio. This book was released on 2011-02-28 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NO SUCH THING AS IMPOSSIBLE – From Adversity to Triumph” is the inspiring story of the remarkable life of Jairo Alvarez-Botero, a brave, caring seventy-three years old Colombian immigrant and businessman who is living proof that the American dream is not a myth. His courage and determination will brought him from a difficult life in Colombia, South America, to a prosperous life in the United States. Raised by loving parents who provided a wonderful example of good character and hard work, while also sharing their good fortune with those less privileged, Jairo drew upon his great faith and his father’s profound wisdom to always do the right thing when lesser men would have run quickly and run far from the many difficult challenges that crossed his life path. Extremely well written, this book draws the reader from the tale of Jairo’s simple childhood at a potato farm in the Andes Mountains. As a young man he had ambitions to become a general, but destiny would put him on different course. It was a path that would stop him of his career in the Army, but afford him the opportunity to save his president’s life and avert a coup that would have resulted in the re-establishing of a dictatorship in Colombia. In exchange for his life, at age of twenty-five with one hundred dollars in his pocket and unable o speak a word of English he came in a cargo military plain as a poor immigrant in the United States. He was forced into menial labor in a filthy environment in order to survive; from his humble determination to learn the English language on a statue of Moses in Washington Park, Albany, NY. Within three and a half years he had learned the language well enough to earn an honor degree from Albany Business College in Albany, New York. After years spent struggling, Jairo finally found success in the land development and home construction builder to become the largest in Louisiana, operating his several enterprises with the help of his wife of 44 years and his three children and their families. Today Jairo is an artist, an Olympic athlete, a writer, cancer survivor, motivational speaker and philanthropist who dedicate good part of his fortune to many charities organizations. No Such Thing as Impossible is the compelling story of a courageous, compassionate man who has provided a wonderful example for his children, but also to his readers as he tells the astonishing tale of finding his way from very difficult circumstances to taking great joy in living the American dream. Simply put, this is a great and inspiring read. The proceeds of this book go to recognized charity organizations.
Download or read book Rise written by Scott Dawson and published by . This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book of True Adversity stories. You will be drawn in by the amazing stories of these incredible people. All went through incredible odds and came out shining on the other end. They inspire to help you on your journey.
Download or read book The Sun Is Always Shining written by DeAntwann Johnson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In life, we all have two choices: be the ominous cloud that people avoid and run from, or be the warm light that manages to peek through to be a guiding force for the world. That light reveals lifes infinite possibilities and assures them that no matter what, The Sun Is Always Shining. Escaping the darkness is no easy feat. It takes every bit of courage one can muster upthrough faith. DeAntwann Johnson takes us on a riveting, fact-based journey about Jeremy Deon Allen, a youth whose childhood, rampant with abandonment, rejection, abuse, instability, and the perils of the child welfare system, threatens to push him into a life of crime, years in prisonand possibly an early death. Learn how Jeremy harnessed all of his painful events and lessons, climbed out of the darkness, and chose to shine. By embracing a life upheld with strong Christian values, and making a conscious decision to tear down the wall of constraint that endangered his future, he stepped into a life of victory, purpose, and service. See how Jeremys story encourages youth, whose worlds are rife with chaos, to bravely weather their storms, seek the sun in their hearts, and win in their lives.
Download or read book The Boys written by Martin Gilbert and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1998-09-15 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relates the experiences of a group of Jews, male and female, from Poland and Hungary who survived the concentration camps as teenagers.
Download or read book Short Handed written by Bill Schultz and published by WestBowPress. This book was released on 2014-02-24 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bill Schultz considers himself blessed. Early in life, he was a great athlete and a student leader. As an adult, he excelled in the corporate world and as a business owner. Hes a loving husband, father, grandfather, and leader in his church and community. But what makes Bills life story truly extraordinary is how it all began. Bill was born with severe congenital deformities of his left arm and hand and his right leg, which was amputated shortly after his birth. He overcame these unbelievable obstacles through the acceptance and encouragement of many people in his life. From the moment he was born, Bill was accepted and loved by his parents and extended family. Throughout his life, schoolmates, co-workers, friends, his wife, and his children continued that same level of love and encouragement. With this unending support, and Gods grace, Bill overcame many physical and emotional obstacles, and achieved both personal and career happiness and success. Bills life journey is a powerful message of faith, grace, and hope! I cant really say that I ever considered you handicapped. Sure, I recognized you were different. But to me, you were just a great guy. Im not sure where you got this inner strength and courage. Im sure some was from your folks and your older brother. But I know for sure a lot came from Bill Schultz himself. Jim Emery, Bills best friend growing up in Schenectady (NY) I was always impressed with your determination and infectious enthusiasm. It was not a hard decision selecting you as my varsity football manager You became an integral part of the team. You had the charisma and leadership ability to overcome that barrier. You were always inspirational and we were much better because of that. Don Boothe, head football coach, Niskayuna High School (NY), 19591974
Download or read book The Obstacle Is the Way written by Ryan Holiday and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller The Obstacle is the Way has become a cult classic, beloved by men and women around the world who apply its wisdom to become more successful at whatever they do. Its many fans include a former governor and movie star (Arnold Schwarzenegger), a hip hop icon (LL Cool J), an Irish tennis pro (James McGee), an NBC sportscaster (Michele Tafoya), and the coaches and players of winning teams like the New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Cubs, and University of Texas men’s basketball team. The book draws its inspiration from stoicism, the ancient Greek philosophy of enduring pain or adversity with perseverance and resilience. Stoics focus on the things they can control, let go of everything else, and turn every new obstacle into an opportunity to get better, stronger, tougher. As Marcus Aurelius put it nearly 2000 years ago: “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” Ryan Holiday shows us how some of the most successful people in history—from John D. Rockefeller to Amelia Earhart to Ulysses S. Grant to Steve Jobs—have applied stoicism to overcome difficult or even impossible situations. Their embrace of these principles ultimately mattered more than their natural intelligence, talents, or luck. If you’re feeling frustrated, demoralized, or stuck in a rut, this book can help you turn your problems into your biggest advantages. And along the way it will inspire you with dozens of true stories of the greats from every age and era.
Download or read book Times of Challenge written by Seryl Sander and published by Mesorah Publications. This book was released on 1988 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's about joy, strength, and triumph in the most unlikely and chilling circumstances. It's about people who faced and conquered frightening challenges. Then they opened windows into their lives to let the rest of us see how they overcame.
Download or read book Courage to Thrive written by Stephen Trudeau and published by . This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Courage to Thrive is a unique and fresh approach to personal growth and development. Dr. Trudeau synthesizes academic theory with deeply personal stories. Our traumas and hurts contribute to our erroneous beliefs. We must eliminate maladaptive strategies and employ adaptive strategies. Triumph over adversity takes Courage.
Download or read book Trials to Triumph written by Arthur Johnson and published by Lucid Books. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trials to Triumph is the autobiography of Arthur "Flash" Johnson. Journey with him through his physical and spiritual bouts, as he grows from poverty in East Saint Louis to prominence in the Olympic boxing ring. Sit with him as fights Leukemia in the quietness of the hospital room long after the crowds are gone, and be inspired by his faith in God, which brought him from Trials to Triumph time and time again.
Download or read book Overcome written by Jason Redman and published by Center Street. This book was released on 2019-12-10 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Triumph over adversity using proven Special Operations habits and mindsets with this inspiring guide from retired Navy SEAL and New York Times bestselling author Jason Redman. Adversity can often catch you by surprise and leave you struggling with what to do next. What if you could confront any adversity, from the biggest challenges -- the loss of your job, divorce, health issues, bankruptcy -- to normal daily challenges -- a late flight, a disappointing phone call, a missed promotion, a bad day -- and not just survive it, but thrive afterwards? Redman was horrifically wounded in Iraq in 2007 when he was shot at close range through the face and arm. After 40 surgeries, including extensive facial reconstruction and skin grafts, he came back from this experience stronger than ever -- despite carrying scars and injuries he will have for the rest of his life. Redman went on to launch two successful companies and speaks all over the country on how to build better leaders through his Overcome mindset. Overcome is based on extensive research and interviews with America's toughest warriors, including retired 4-star Admiral William McRaven, retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, retired 4-star General Stanley McChrystal, and others. In this book, Redman teaches: How to survive any life ambush How to move from defense to offense using the proactive techniques of SEAL teams How to strengthen your endurance during long-term trials How to rediscover and thrive in your life purpose How to lead your team (whether in business or family) to success How to compete with the top 1% in your field How to stay the course even when you want to quit And more Some people move through adversity and others fall underneath it. Learn how you can be counted among those who will Overcome.
Download or read book Kate s Journey written by Kate Adamson and published by . This book was released on 2004-02-15 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kate's Journey is a touching story of a woman's survival and recovery from a double brain-stem stroke. The book provides information on the warning signs of stroke and teaches how to meet life threatening challenges with grace and valor. Kate's determination, humor and wisdom are inspiring. Her lessons are a model for anyone who struggles with a terminal illness to reach beyond the pain and fear, to overcome and celebrate life.
Download or read book Love Justice written by Diana Morgan-Hill and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-23 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the age of 29, Diana Hill fell under a London train. In 7 seconds the tall, glamorous businesswoman went from busy woman of the world with everything to live for to double-leg-amputee, her life in ruins. Then it got worse. A few days after her accident, as she lay in hospital, traumatised and heavily sedated, she learnt via a newspaper article that the railway's Transport Police were to interview "The Fall Girl," as the Press had labelled her, with a view to prosecution. She had boarded a moving train, they said, and trespassed onto their railway line. Her fight for justice took five years and was, she declares with no hesitation, a more harrowing experience than having both of her legs 'stolen' from her. As any young, single woman would be, Diana was shocked to the core by the sudden, catastrophic change in her body image. What man would ever love her now? The issues surrounding sexuality and disability are explored here with stark honesty as she recalls her complicated love life, the High Court dramas, and the rawness of her pain amidst a turmoil of emotion, all told with tremendous humour, charm and heart. For Diana loves to tell stories. Especially true ones. A brutally honest, heartwarming memoir that shocks and delights in equal measure - when you're not crying for her you're laughing with her
Download or read book Grit written by Jeff Moyer and published by Music from the Heart. This book was released on 2018-12-19 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jeff Moyer, troubadour of the disability rights movement, tells the story of his family¿s struggle with his younger brother¿s severe cognitive disability and ultimate institutionalization in a barbaric state institution. Moyer¿s progressive blindness and his difficulty receiving academic justice before the advent of the Disability Rights Movement is a concomitant story followed by his attendance at University of California at Berkley and his introduction to disability rights. Moyer¿s father developed mouth cancer and was subjected to over-radiation resulting in the loss of his lower jaw, the ability to speak and swallow. Moyer interweaves his role as a disability rights activist in California and his work on the forefront of voice-output communication aids with his father¿s plight and his brother¿s ongoing victimization within the violent state institution. Moyer returns to his hometown and slowly pulls his brother, Mark, up the food chain of housing until he establishes a home in his own neighborhood. There, for the first time in 33 years, Mark lives without thievery, violence, and lack of privacy. Moyer¿s role as a disability rights songwriter includes a performance of his ¿The ADA Anthem¿ following the signing of the American¿s with Disabilities Act along with his leadership in synthetic speech singing and production of music-based materials on social inclusion, anti-bullying, and the normalcy of disability. Moyer¿s son, John Kyle, was born with severe Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder which remained undiagnosed until his early adulthood. Following his father¿s example, John Kyle rails against the ridicule of people with disabilities, although his advocacy loses friendships.Moyer¿s advocacy led to appearances on NPR, 20/20, CBS Evening News, and a BBC documentary on the U.S. Disability Rights Movement. Moyer developed a new paradigm on cognitive disability called Multiple Wisdoms. Moyer¿s father¿s story is told in a Cleveland Clinic book on facial disfigurement. GRIT lifts high the banner of resilience and the strength of the human spirit as 60 years of American disability history is told by one of the men who has played a leading role in its evolution.
Download or read book Two Shadows written by Charlie Winger and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the darkness of a six by eight foot cell in solitary confinement to the top of the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere, this is the captivating story of one man's struggle to recover from a troubled past.This inspiring autobiography reveals the remarkable story behind a man known for his passion for mountain climbing, his irrepressible and often unique sense of humor, and his fascinating tales of adventure and misadventure.
Download or read book Sickbed to Summits written by Sara Crosland and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-19 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When first diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma, like many others, Sara went straight to the internet. Finding seemingly endless accounts of surgery, often with permanent, unwanted side effects, she was determined to make the best of the hand she'd been dealt. Despite a number of serious complications, Sara has returned to living life to the full and beyond, embracing every opportunity and taking on numerous, seemingly impossible challenges. In Sickbeds to Summits Sara documents the ups and downs of life with a brain tumour diagnosis, and how through drive and determination, despite some tough side effects including fatigue, hearing loss, tinnitus, impaired vision and balance function, she has made it through treatment and beyond all expectations.
