Stories of Courage, Hope & Compassion

Richard L. Deats, who grew up in the segregated South, has spent his life working for peace, justice and freedom through nonviolent change. This has taken him throughout the world in places of conflict and revolution, of unexpected change and new beginnings. These stories occurred in places like Mississippi and the World Trade Center, a South African prison and a Nazi concentration camp, the Berlin Wall and a nonviolent Muslim army with Gandhi in India. From this dedicated and venturesome life, Deats has brought together an inspiring compilation of twenty true stories of remarkable individuals and groups who have responded to adversity and challenge with resilience and faith. These stories will change your life.