Testimony on Our Times - Hardcover

From, Stanley R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1449021247 ISBN 13: 9781449021245

Publisher: AuthorHouse, 2009

Synopsis

Since the end of World War II Baby Boomers have witnessed many events on the world state that have altered the course of history. Wars, assassinations, attempted assassinations, economic upheavals, the race to the moon, the Cold War, presidential elections, political intrigue, global warming, and the civil rights movement to name a few. Citizens over the past sixty years have embarked upon an odyssey of exposure to events that have left their emotional effect on families and individuals for years to come. The role of the parent has been questioned and modified from one guidance and respect to one in the present era where reliance upon advanced technology is places to provide a minimum sense of obedience. Every issue of daily living is subjected to debate, evaluation, constant inquiry, and a growing departure from compliance in the spirit of conformity. Influence has assumed new boundaries in the realm of economics, social networking, environmental awareness, criminal activity, and athletic opportunity. Years of childhood development are forfeited in pursuit of success and status in the complexity of the adult world. Innocence is a virtue available for those select few isolated completely from the sensationalism of the media in their constant efforts to report the latest trends of progress. Materialism and poverty make room for acceptance and disillusionment. Escapism is an alternative to reality; not a perfect solution rather a temporary compromise. Search for idols we sadly tend to look in the wrong places.

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About the Author

Stanley R. From has received his BA from Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. Stanly R. From has received his MA from Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. Mr. From is single. Testimony on Our Times is his fourth book. I first began writing back in 1970 as a Seaman Recruit at the Great Lakes Training Center in Great Lakes, Illinois. I continued writing poems as a resident of Irvington, New Jersey. After a social issue turned against me in 2003 during my period of employment as a Veterans' Employment Specialist for the state of New Jersey I began writing as a form of therapy to curb my depression like tendencies. I embraced a philosophy of "Telling it like it is" in my writings. I never took any courses in creative writing during my college career. As a lifetime resident of New Jersey I embarked upon the writing of my first book "300 Additional Reasons to Appreciate Me" back in 2003. I had no idea how many themes would present themselves for my interpretation. I used by experiences to challenge the reader to think about their respective role in society and how their world could change through self improvement. Modification is necessary for growth. Learning is a continuing process. LET US CONTINUE.

Edition details

• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1449021247
• ISBN 13: 9781449021245
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 320