Channel of peace : stranded in Gander on 9/11 / Kevin Tuerff.
Channel of peace : stranded in Gander on 9/11 / Kevin Tuerff.
By
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Tuerff, Kevin.
Publication Date
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2017
Publication Information
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Austin, TX : River Grove Books,
Physical Description
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x, 116 p. : ill.
Subject Term
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Kindness.
Generosity.
Social action.
September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001 -- Social aspects.
Conduct of life.
Geographic Term
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Gander (N.L.) -- History -- 21st century.
Summary
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When Kevin Tuerff and his partner flew from France to New York City on September 11th in 2001, they had no idea that the world and their lives would change forever. When US airspace closed after the terrorist attacks, Kevin, who was experiencing doubts about organized religion, found himself in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland with thousands of other refugees or "come from aways." Yet, when all seemed dark, the people of Gander rallied and the "plane people" experienced boundless acts of generosity. The story of how Gander's compassion, then and now, has ignited a spirit of kindness that renewed Kevin's spirituality and has inspired an annual and growing "giving back" day. His story, along with others, has reached thousands of people when it was incorporated into the Broadway musical Come From Away. An unforgettable, inspiring tale of hospitality, the strength of the human spirit, and hope.
Language
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English
ISBN
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9781632991201
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