Product Description: In l985, Halamandaris began soliciting and receiving thousands of nominations for people who are improving society and the lives of others.  Then he personally interviewed the most outstanding nominees.  Each chapter of his book is the story of one of these people, describing what they do and why, the greatest lessons they have learned, and the advice they have for others...read more

Product Description: This is the heartwarming, often thrilling story of Bob Macauley and AmeriCares, the largest private disaster relief organization in the world.A born entrepreneur and fearless philanthropist, Macauley operates with a rare sense of urgency and efficiency...read more

Identifies ten core virtues that mark the spirit of Americans today, covering each in a series of chapters that discuss how to promote compassion, responsibility, and other values into everyday life while providing inspiring examples of everyday people who have chosen to better the lives of others. Original. 50,000 first printing.