Review
"... proves beyond any doubt that caring and courage are a double dose of belief that makes the firefighter unique..." --
Ronny J. Coleman, President, FETN (Fire & Emergency Television"THE HEART BEHIND THE HERO captures the true spirit of America's first responders..." --
Mary Ellis, Managing Director, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation "This book will be a priceless memento for their families and friends." --
A.J. Heightman, Editor, JEMS (Journal of Emergency Medical Services)
From the Inside Flap
Curt Yoder, a twenty-five year veteran firefighter with the Costa Mesa Fire Department in California, and his wife, Karen, bring you this heartwarming and inspirational collection of true stories, essays and poems from firefighters and paramedics across America.
These touching and beautifully written stories, from the hearts and souls of the firefighters and paramedics who wrote them, reveal the emotions, feelings and spirit of today's American firefighters and rescue workers.
Experience, through their own words, the emotional trauma of holding a dying child--and the fear and adrenaline rush of battling a wild fire.
Relive the drama as they recount their responses to America's most recent heartbreaking tragedies--the bombing of the Alfred E. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City and the shootings at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado.
Laugh with them as they tell stories from their rookie years--and share their sorrow and pain as they pay tribute to their own, their brothers and sisters who sacrificed their lives doing the job they loved.
"The Heart Behind the Hero" offers an in-depth insight to the lifestyles and daily thoughts of these brave men and women who, while waiting to serve those in need, develop lifetime bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood.
This book is sure to warm the hearts and souls of all firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical professionals and citizens who wish to catch a glimpse of ... "The Heart Behind the Hero".
