The Good Samaritan |
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Author:
| Homsombath, Vith |
ISBN: | 978-1-4137-1026-7 |
Publication Date: | Apr 2004 |
Publisher: | PublishAmerica, Incorporated
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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We often think of heroes living among us as firefighters, police officers, or any American soldier. But how about a homeless person? This is a heartwarming story of a homeless man named George who wants to devote his life to help others. He was born to upper-middle class parents in a wealthy neighborhood. When he was seven, his parents died in a head-on collision with a drunk driver, so he was placed with foster families where he endured sexual and physical abuse, until he ran away at...
More DescriptionWe often think of heroes living among us as firefighters, police officers, or any American soldier. But how about a homeless person? This is a heartwarming story of a homeless man named George who wants to devote his life to help others. He was born to upper-middle class parents in a wealthy neighborhood. When he was seven, his parents died in a head-on collision with a drunk driver, so he was placed with foster families where he endured sexual and physical abuse, until he ran away at age 12. George sees helping people as a way to honor his parents' memories. The story is contemporary and takes place in a metropolis. This is the first of a series of books on this story. Readers are invited to experience hardship, the human spirit, unselfishness, humor, friendship, and love through the unforgettable experiences of an extraordinary homeless man.