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Stories of passion, courage, and commitment, following individuals as they pursue the work they were born to do, from StoryCorps founder Dave Isay
In "Callings," StoryCorps founder Dave Isay presents unforgettable stories from people doing what they love.Some found their paths at a very young age, others later in life; some overcame great odds or upturned their lives inorderto pursue what matters to them. Many of their stories have never been broadcast or published by StoryCorps until now.
We meet a man from the "barrios" of Texas whose harrowing experiences in a family of migrant farmers inspired him to become a public defender. We meet a longtime waitress who takes pride in making regulars and newcomers alike feel at home in her Nashville diner. We meet a young man on the South Side of Chicago who became a teacher in order to help at-risk teenagers like the ones who killed his father get on the right track. We meet a woman from Little Rock who helps former inmates gain the skills and confidence they need to rejoin the workforce. Together they demonstrate how work can be about much more than just making a living, that chasing dreams and finding inspiration in unexpected places can transform a vocation into a calling. Their shared sense of passion, honor, and commitment brings deeper meaning and satisfaction to every aspect of their lives.
An essential contribution to the beloved StoryCorps collection, "Callings" is an inspiring tribute to rewarding work and the American pursuit of happiness."
About the Author: Dave Isayis the founder of StoryCorps and the recipient of numerous broadcasting honors, including six Peabody awards, a MacArthur "Genius" Fellowship, and the 2015 TED Prize. He is the author/editor of numerous books that grew out of his public radio documentary work, including four StoryCorps books: "Listening Is an Act of Love"(2007), "Mom: A Celebration of Mothers from StoryCorps"(2010), "All There Is: Love Stories from StoryCorps"(2012), and"Ties That Bind: Stories of Love and Gratitude from the First Ten Years of StoryCorps"(2013)."


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781410493903
  • Publisher: Thorndike Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Thorndike Press
  • Depth: 25
  • Height: 218 mm
  • No of Pages: 306
  • Series Title: English
  • Sub Title: The Purpose and Passion of Work
  • Width: 142 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1410493903
  • Publisher Date: 05 Oct 2016
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Edition: LRG
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 28 mm
  • Weight: 594 gr


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