From Riches to Rags: My Direct Approach to Solving Homelessness and How I Got My Ass Kicked |
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Author:
| Bjonerud, Matthew |
ISBN: | 978-1-4699-0665-2 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $15.00 |
Book Description:
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Based on the personal journal written by a 23 year old who spent a year attempting to help a couple rise out of homelessness. Inspired by the Jesuit ideals ingrained in him through his Catholic education, he invited the homeless off the streets of Baltimore to live with him in his rented row house. He coached them on job interviews and encouraged them to reconnect with their estranged family. Balancing his days in corporate America and nights with the homeless created continuous...
More DescriptionBased on the personal journal written by a 23 year old who spent a year attempting to help a couple rise out of homelessness. Inspired by the Jesuit ideals ingrained in him through his Catholic education, he invited the homeless off the streets of Baltimore to live with him in his rented row house. He coached them on job interviews and encouraged them to reconnect with their estranged family. Balancing his days in corporate America and nights with the homeless created continuous conflict. Read this true story about what it takes to break the cycle of homelessness.