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Book Synopsis: That's where I came in, during a raging heat wave that blanketed the Flats, a section of the Wadsworth Farms, in Autauga County, Alabama.
Ed Harbison's life wasn't always pretty. Born in 1941, his childhood and adolescence were marked by struggles with poverty, inequality, and the often-violent rites of passage for black youths growing up in the rural South. But Ed's life was also marked by something else extraordinary—the examples of his grandmother and mother, women of courage and perseverance who passed on many life lessons. With the love and strength of his family, Ed rose from a hard-scratch existence to become a loving husband, father, prominent businessman and broadcast journalist, and member of the Georgia State Senate, where he tirelessly champions causes for military families and veterans.
Told with humor, warmth, and honesty, Getting Butter from A Duck is a deeply personal story, a portrait not just of a boy who overcame his circumstances, but of a man who grew out of the best foundation—the love of a family.
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Discover the extraordinary journey of Ed Harbison in "Getting Butter From a Duck: Life Lessons from Rural Alabama to the Georgia State Senate". This gripping memoir takes you on a rollercoaster ride through Ed's life, filled with struggles, triumphs, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way.
From humble beginnings in poverty-stricken Autauga County, Alabama, Ed faced the harsh realities of inequality and societal pressures. However, it was the unwavering strength and resilience of his grandmother and mother that paved the way for his remarkable transformation. Their lessons of courage and perseverance inspired Ed to defy the odds and create a better future for himself.
As you delve into these pages, you'll witness Ed's journey of overcoming adversity and becoming a beacon of hope and success. From a hard-scratch existence, he rose to become a prominent businessman, esteemed broadcast journalist, and a respected member of the Georgia State Senate.
Ed's story is not only a testament to his incredible accomplishments, but also a celebration of the power of family. With humor, warmth, and unyielding honesty, "Getting Butter From a Duck" showcases the love and support that propelled Ed forward, providing a strong foundation for his impressive achievements.
Join us on this inspiring adventure, where you'll be captivated by Ed's resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to championing causes for military families and veterans. Take the first step towards gaining invaluable life lessons by immersing yourself in the pages of "Getting Butter From a Duck".
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