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The Homeless Man's Journal
Based on a true story. While waiting at his usual bus stop, Ben discovers a notebook that tells the life-changing story of a homeless man who once slept there. The Homeless Man's Journal chronicles the experiences of author Shayne Whitaker. Abandoned by his mother when he was only four years old, Shayne embarked on an odyssey full of hardship, poverty, and abuse that crisscrossed the country. The Homeless Man's Journal will stir your emotions and remind you that the power to persevere is within us all.
After being placed in a foster home when he was four years old, Shayne was eventually reunited with his father. He spent the next decade moving from state to state and town to town, living in impoverished conditions in dilapidated houses, motels, trailer parks, and even a ghost town in rural Oregon. Matters were made worse as he endured physical and mental abuse. When he was still a young teenager, Shayne was sent to live at an orphanage in a small southern town. Despite it all, he graduated from high school, went to college, served in the Army National Guard, and survived homelessness. More importantly, he discovered the meaning of friendship and family. It's a story that will inspire you to never give up. Join the author on an amazing journey where he sees the worst in people but also discovers the innate goodness that exists in the world. Homeless when he began writing the book, Shayne found hope in the idea that success consists of getting up just one more time than you fall.
Book Details
- Publisher: Sixth & Walnut Books
- Publish Date: Feb 23rd, 2019
- Pages: 362
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.81in - 1.17lb
- EAN: 9781734602005
- Categories: • Memoirs• Abuse - Child Abuse
About the Author
Praise for this book
"Whitaker's writing is astounding... Readers truly feel as though they are involved with the story. This book is an impactful read. We learn the importance of being a positive example in the lives of others. We need stories like this that help us to evaluate our lives and encourage others that they are not alone." - Joshua Maldonado, KettleMag review.
"This is a beautifully written story about one man's journey through life. A quick read that will touch your soul in very meaningful ways." - Amazon Reader Review
"Heartbreaking but also very inspiring. What a wonderful book!" - Amazon Reader Review
"Wow I never thought in one book I would feel almost every emotion that I have." - Amazon Reader Review
"I Absolutely Loved this book. The author's story is SO inspiring that I found myself reading non stop .. unable to put this book down. The courage & faith displayed in this story, along with the constant message of believing that tomorrow always holds the promise of a better day, truly touched my heart in a profound way." - Amazon Reader Review
"What a beautiful, inspirational read. I was moved by this story. The author has such a way of describing his life and his determination is nothing short of outstanding." - Amazon Reader Review
"The author is a master with words and uses them to paint pictures for the mind to see! It truly is an insight into the plight of the homeless." - Goodreads Reader Review
"This story made me laugh, cry and have every feeling in between. Overall, it's a story about hope and perseverance. I highly recommend this book!" - Goodreads Reader Review