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They Stood Alone instantly captivated me. The
stories inspired me to see how one person can make a difference. As a mother, I
noted most of these men and women had Godly parents who encouraged their young
children never to give up on their dreams.
The theme of They Stood Alone
appears in this beautiful quote from the last chapter: “Live your own life
as only you can live it. Do what you love and love what you do. Discover your
passion and have the courage to follow your heart. Remember, you, too, can make
a difference. May you always follow your heart and never give up your
dream!”
Some of my favorite stories
included Jackie Robinson, Neil Armstrong, Henry David Thoreau, and Leonardo Da
Vinci. I saw a part of myself in them and enjoyed seeing how they achieved
their dreams, oftentimes in spite of insurmountable odds.
So it is for all of us. Those who go before us pave the way for those who follow, instilling hope that we, too,
can reach our dreams. In the process, we can build a better world for those who
come after us.
Be inspired by the lives of these
heroes who were at heart down-to-earth men and women. Enjoy a trip back in time
as you read in these pages the amazing stories of passion, hope, determination,
and courage. These are people who lived life to the fullest despite the
obstacles or status quo or prejudices that beset them. These are lives worth
reading about and honoring in a day when true heroes are hard to find.
They Stood Alone would be an easy
read for children over ten and an enjoyable book for a parent to a younger
child. In time, I expect this book to become a classic because it's so well
written and presented.
