The Urban Shepherd
Chasing the American Dream ... The Story of a Shepherd boy
by Ben Amor
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Pub Date 11 Jan 2017 | Archive Date 12 Apr 2017
Description
The Urban Shepherd
He has come a long way both literally and figuratively from his days as a poor shepherd boy in North Africa, but Ben Amor is a symbol of what can happen when someone’s American Dream comes true. The successful career man reinvented himself again after a dream in 1983 of children crying because they were dying of starvation. Unable to forget the sound, he founded Terra-Genesis Inc., a nonprofit agency that began as a way to try to end world hunger through technology.
Ben worked 10 to 12 hours a day 6 days a week, donating his own savings and soliciting funds from others, allowing him to establish the Family Well-Being Center at the Government Hill Association in San Antonio, Texas. He also developed a comprehensive database used by lawyers, counselors, doctors, clergy and other nonprofit agencies that help the needy.
Ben has his own experience with overcoming the odds, a journey he intimately describes in The Urban Shepherd. He shares his joys—and his sorrows—from humble beginnings working hard to survive in Tunisia, serving in the Tunisian Air Force, and moving to the United States to live. Through sharing his personal journey adjusting to a new culture, toxic relationships, professional and personal setbacks, and balancing school, work, and family life, Ben aims to empower readers to reach for their own version of the American Dream.
Advance Praise
“This is a wonderful, warm inspiring story that shows you that your dreams can come true.” Brian Tracy, Author of Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
“One can achieve greatness through blood, sweat, and tears...but it also requires a vision. That dream is what keeps you going on the sometimes rocky path to success. This is an excellent example of continuous achievement and perseverance towards one’s dream.” Dr. Nido Qubein, President, High Point University, Chairman, Great Harvest Bread Co.
“I highly recommend reading Ben Amor’s story. His journey is fascinating, inspiring and heartwarming. It focuses on the importance of having a dream and the courage and determination to chase it and make it a reality.” Robert J. Kriegel Ph.D., www.kriegel.com
“It’s so true that we each are responsible for our life and what we do with it. Urban Shepherd is a wonderful example of that level of personal accountability. All we have to do is dream and chisel away until that dream becomes a reality!” John G. Miller, Author of QBQ!, Outstanding!, and Parenting the QBQ Way
“Mr. Amor’s story definitely shows the power of “STICKABILITY” and Perseverance. His life is inspiring and motivating to anyone who has a dream and is facing challenges. If he can go from a Shepherd boy to an executive running multiple non-profit agencies, so can you.” Greg S. Reid, Author, Speaker, Filmmaker, Dad
“Ben Amor tells a compelling story about the power of both dreaming beyond your current situation and knowing what you believe.” Sam Silverstein, Author of No More Excuses and Non-Negotiable
“Part history lesson, part tale of the American Dream, part self-help mixed with a generous helping of very-American motivational quotes. Urban Shepherd is sure to inspire.” Lisa Tener
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781457545344 |
| PRICE | US$13.80 (USD) |
