11 May 2009
Alvin Townley’s “Spirit of Adventure” Press Release
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As you may recall I received an advanced copy of Alvin Townley’s new book “Spirit of Adventure” which I read and then posted a review about. I have also received a new copy of the book, but that one got shipped overseas to ScoutingNews.org’s author Dan Williams since he hasn’t been in a position to review it himself yet. I sent that a couple weeks ago. I don’t know how fast the military mail is, but hopefully he has received it by now. Keep your eyes open for his site and his review of the book.
Now I’ve been e-mailed the publisher’s press release for the book which you can
read in its entirety here: spirit-of-adventure-release-announcement-5-2009.
Here’s what the author says his book is about.
“Spirit of Adventure shows the world how this rising generation is shaping the future in its own distinct way,” said author Alvin Townley, 33. “This book highlights young Americans who have chosen to live great adventures that have a noble purpose. In many cases, I found that Scouting has shaped their lives in dramatic ways. At home and abroad, this new generation is starting to inherit the reins of leadership and we’re being driven by a sense of purpose to make the world a better place. These stories point to a new hope and a bright future for America.”
The release continues
Townley interviewed fellow Eagle Scouts who are now Navy SEALS, doctors in Afghanistan, Peace Corps volunteers in Africa, a coral reef biologist, and an NFL Super Bowl starter, among many others. To meet these young men, Townley traveled the globe, diving in Australia, surfing in Hawaii, rock climbing in Nevada, visiting students in America’s inner cities, venturing into Africa, and cruising home aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz. He discovered an inspiring yet untold story of service, courage, and pure excitement that introduces America to its next generation of leaders.
There’s also another interesting tidbit in the release, but I’m saving that for its own post.
- 2nd “Spirit of Adventure” Book Review
- Book Review: “Spirit of Adventure” Authored by Alvin Townley
- Win “Spirit of Adventure” Via ScoutingNews
- Catching up with ScoutingNews
- New GSUSA Study Finds Learning by Doing
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11 May 2009 at 2:45 pm.
[...] I just posted the press release for “Spirit of Adventure” and in the footnotes of the press release I came across one important detail. [...]
