Description
Book Synopsis: Ruth Lor started life Chinese in a small Canadian town. Driven by curiosity, a yen for adventure, and a wish to be useful, she managed to spend her life fighting racial discrimination. In Washington, D.C., she fought segregation by sitting in at "whites only" restaurants and swimming in "whites only" pools. She planted trees in Mexico, painted houses for Inuit victims of tuberculosis in the Canadian Arctic, and helped distribute food to refugees in Taiwan. When China reopened to foreigners after its Cultural Revolution, Ruth wrote the first English-language guidebook about that enormous country.
Ruth covered the war in Vietnam, crossed Himalayan passes on foot and horseback, and faced down an angry elephant in Africa. She worked in India to reduce prejudice against that country's caste of transgender hijras. She and her husband housed refugees in their Maryland home after the Vietnam War ended.
Now in her nineties, Ruth still works with refugees, and she still brightens her corner of the world, wherever she is.
Details
Are you looking for a compelling memoir that will transport you to a world of courage, adventure, and triumph over adversity? Look no further than "Brightening My Corner: A Memoir of Dreams Fulfilled." This captivating book follows Ruth Lor, a woman who defied all odds and fought against racial discrimination throughout her life.
From her humble beginnings as a Chinese immigrant in a small Canadian town, to her powerful acts of defiance in Washington, D.C., Ruth's story will inspire and empower you. Immerse yourself in her experiences of sitting in "whites only" restaurants, swimming in "whites only" pools, and challenging the status quo at every turn.
But Ruth's activism didn't stop there. She ventured far and wide, leaving her mark on communities around the world. Picture her planting trees in Mexico, painting houses for Inuit tuberculosis victims in the Canadian Arctic, and lending a helping hand to refugees in Taiwan. Her journey even took her to China, where she became the author of the first English-language guidebook on this enigmatic country after its Cultural Revolution.
Prepare to be captivated as Ruth takes you on a thrilling adventure that spans continents. From the war-torn landscapes of Vietnam to traversing treacherous passes in the Himalayas, her experiences will leave you breathless. You'll even witness her incredible encounter with an angry elephant in Africa.
But it's not just the tales of adventure that make this memoir remarkable. Ruth's unwavering commitment to making a difference shines through. She advocates for tolerance and acceptance, working tirelessly to reduce prejudice against transgender hijras in India. Even in her nineties, Ruth continues to work with refugees, brightening her corner of the world wherever she goes.
Don't miss your chance to read this extraordinary memoir. Let Ruth Lor's story inspire you to make a difference and overcome any obstacle in your path. Order your copy of "Brightening My Corner: A Memoir of Dreams Fulfilled" today and embark on an unforgettable journey of resilience and hope.
To order "Brightening My Corner: A Memoir of Dreams Fulfilled" and delve into Ruth Lor's extraordinary life, click here.
Discover More Best Sellers in Polar Regions
Shop Polar Regions
$27.99
Polar Regions - White Eskimo: Knud Rasmussen's Fearless Journey into the Heart of the Arctic (A Merloyd Lawrence Book)
The History of Antarctica: Unraveling the Enigma of the Frozen Continent
$6.99
Polar Regions - The History of Antarctica: Unraveling the Enigma of the Frozen Continent
The South Pole: An Account of the Norwegian Antarctic Expedition in the Fram, 1910-1912
$25.16
Polar Regions - The South Pole: An Account of the Norwegian Antarctic Expedition in the Fram, 1910-1912
$1.99
Polar Regions - Merlin's Tour of the Universe: A Skywatcher's Guide to Everything from Mars and Quasars to Comets, Planets, Blue Moons, and Werewolves
The Voyages of the Discovery: An Illustrated History of Scott’s Ship
$8.59
Polar Regions - The Voyages of the Discovery: An Illustrated History of Scott’s Ship
Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House, No. 12)
$6.99
Polar Regions - Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House, No. 12)
