Roger Bush Hamilton

Never Quit: (The Journey of a Million Miles)

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Produktbeschreibung

Warning...Warning...Warning! If you're ready to quit on yourself, don't even think about giving up on your goals and dreams, until you read this book! You'll say to yourself... If this young boy can endure his journey through all of it's crazy twists and turns... then maybe I can too! Never Quit is a story of turbulence, triumph and hope. Passionate, provocative and inspiring. This book will make you gasp, laugh, cry and believe. This young boys ascent to manhood will lift the reader up as well. Whatever your chosen endeavor, after taking this million mile journey, perhaps you too will Never Quit. This is a book for the ages; thought provoking, passionate and full of real-life events that leave the reader breathless. The journey of A Million Miles is the perfect symbolism for this boys' ascent to manhood and the incredible challenges he encounters along the way. Like Sisyphus of Greek Mythology, this child became a man by pushing his proverbial rock continuously up hill. Only to have it fall and start the process all over again. He finally reaches the top of his chosen mountain, but not without many life lessons and scars to prove it. A true story of extreme challenge, perseverance, tenacity, wisdom and hope. Never Quit should be hailed as an absolute masterpiece. The pure, simple, straight forward storytelling and exciting plots and sub-plots makes for an interesting and engaging look into an urban family and their challenging life. With historical connection in the spirit of Forest Gump, this is a history lesson as well as a memoir. With never a moments rest, this is one of the most compelling, insightful, uplifting works in a long while.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Minds Eye Publications
• Seitenzahl: 424
• Erscheinungstermin: November 2010
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 279mm x 216mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 975g
• ISBN-13: 9780578072265
• ISBN-10: 0578072262
• Artikelnr.: 58063312

Autorenporträt

Born in New Brunswick, and raised in nearby Somerset, New Jersey, Roger Bush Hamilton's early life was beset with misfortune following serious illness and the loss of his father in a terrible deep sea fishing accident. In spite of challenge and trial, he was able to overcome many obstacles on his amazing journey to manhood. His story reflects the indomitable spirit of the inventor, the pioneer, and the go-getter who just will not be denied. The proverbial "Never Quit" spirit in Roger allowed him to prosper and grow into a champion athlete, a seasoned business executive, a highly respected Martial Arts Instructor and successful entrepreneur. His showmanship and finely tuned public speaking skills also helped him to become a top-notch event promoter. Roger has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show and has been employed with some of the top Fortune 500 companies in The United States. Most recently, he was featured in Essence Magazine (June 2010 Issue) for the celebration of Fatherhood; in honor of his dedication to his family. Currently a 6th Degree Master Black Belt in the Martial Arts; he has been active in this endeavor for the past 35 years continually. Even at 54 years young, he is still a champion tournament competitor. He serves as the CEO and Chief Instructor of Hamilton Martial Arts Academy, LLC (also known as HMA) in Brentwood, California. His two teenage sons are both 10 year Martial Arts students and instructors at HMA. His highly touted 2011 Martial Arts Tournament Event (The Bushido Open) is in its fourth year of success in Northern California. Along with his wife Valrina, the Hamilton family lives in Antioch, California where both sons attend High School and Junior High School in the Antioch Public School System.