David Ponder is back—and this time, the fate of mankind may be in his hands.
This is humanity’s last chance. Centuries of greed, pride, and hate have sent mankind hurtling toward disaster, and far from its original purpose. There is only one solution that can reset the compass and right the ship—and that answer is only two words.
With time running out, it is up to David Ponder and a cast of history’s best and brightest minds to uncover this solution before it is too late. The catch? They are allowed only five tries to solve the ominous challenge.
Readers first encountered David Ponder in the New York Times bestseller The Traveler’s Gift. Now, in The Final Summit, Andrews combines a riveting narrative with astounding history in order to show us the one thing we must do when we don’t know what to do.
“Every generation or so, God produces a person who can communicate like no one else. His words are like cool water to a thirsty civilization. Andy Andrews is one of the best I have ever seen.”
—Zig Ziglar, America’s #1 Motivator and Best-Selling author
“Is it possible to mix C. S. Lewis, Alfred Hitchcock, and Tony Robbins? The Final Summit is a unique and powerful blend of mystery and suspense and principles and emotional fire. Wow! Bring your highlighter to this party. You’ll want to remember every word!”
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"Every generation or so, God produces a person who can communicate like no one else. His words are like cool water to a thirsty civilization. Andy Andrews is one of the best I have ever seen."
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About the Author
Hailed by a New York Times reporter as “someone who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America,” Andy Andrews is a best-selling novelist, speaker, and consultant for the world’s largest corporations and organizations. He has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents and recently addressed members of Congress and their spouses. Andy is the author of three New York Times bestsellers. He and his wife, Polly, have two sons.
What could this one man possibly have to say that is important enough for the Commander of the Allied Air Forces to ask his help? Why did every senior leader the United States Air Force has in Europe and the Middle East recently assemble in one room at one time to hear him speak?
Who is this man, that he would walk the golf course with Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez as she played her last tournament as a touring professional? Why was he invited to spend an afternoon with General Norman Schwarzkopf and his son, who was about to depart for college? What would he be asked to discuss with a ninety-one-year-old Bob Hope alone by the swimming pool in the entertainer's back yard?
Hailed by a New York Times writer as a 'modern-day Will Rogers who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America,' Andy Andrews is an internationally known speaker and novelist whose combined works have sold millions of copies worldwide. He has been received at the White House and has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents.
Andrews'best-selling book, The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success, is an international sensation, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list for four and a half months and being translated into nearly twenty languages. Featured on ABC's Good Morning America as a book-of-the-month selection, The Traveler's Gift is the stunning story of one man's search for meaning and success in life by traveling back into time and conversing with seven historic individuals. Its message of hope, faith, and perseverance is transforming thousands of lives worldwide every day, spawning a teen version, The Young Traveler's Gift; The Traveler's Gift Journal; a home study audio program, Timeless Wisdom from the Traveler; and life-study curriculum's in high schools, mental-health organizations, and prisons nationwide.
Andrews lived a relatively normal life until the age of nineteen, when both his parents died, his mother from cancer, his father in an automobile accident. 'I took a bad situation and made it much worse,' Andrews says with a rueful smile, referring to choices he made during this tragic period of his life. Within a span of several years, the young man found himself literally homeless (before that was even a word!' he says), sleeping occasionally under a pier on the gulf coast or in someone's garage.
It was at that time when Andrews asked the question that would focus his search for what would ultimately affect millions of people. The question? 'Is life just a lottery ticket, or are there choices one can make to direct his future?' To find the answer, he first went to the library. There, over time, he read more than two hundred biographies of great men and women. How did they become the people they were? he wondered. Were they simply born this way? Or were there decisions made at critical junctures in their lives that led to such success? The young Andrews finally determined that there were seven characteristics that each person had in common. 'What will happen,' he mused, 'if I study these seven common denominators and harness them in my own life?
The rest is history. 'The Seven Decisions,' as he calls them, were the engines used to carry Andrews' life in a different direction. And twenty-plus years later, these same Seven Decisions became the outline around which he built the story of The Traveler's Gift and the basis of his PBS Special.
- Andy's Latest Work -
Since the success of The Traveler's Gift and Mastering the Seven Decisions, Andrews has released an array of well-received literature, including the New York Times bestseller The Noticer. Offering a fresh and insightful perspective on how people can change their view of the world, and their place within it, The Noticer has succeeded tremendously in furthering Andrews' prevailing message of finding hope in the face of adversity. Based on the remarkable true story of Andrews' own life, the book teaches its readers that, "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective."
Released in the same year, Return to Sawyerton Springs features Andrews' trademark wit and humor as he weaves tales around an enchanting town that can be found in the hearts of those who long to take a deep breath, relax, and find time for the humor and meaning in everyday life. "I dare you to read the first chapter aloud to a friend and not fall on the floor laughing," said Mark Victor Hansen, creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. By reflecting on the seemingly ordinary aspects of everyday life, Andrews reveals them for what they truly are--extraordinary aspects of something much greater.
Released in 2010, The Heart Mender has created a stir in literary circles. Elegantly blending a riveting story, extensive research, and a powerful message of hope, the novel is a true adventure set against the warm waters and white sand of the America's Gulf of Mexico during World War II. Lieutenant Josef Landermann is a German U-Boat officer betrayed and left for dead. When he washes ashore in a sleepy coastal town, he looks to a young war widow for survival. Robert Silvers, executive publisher of The Saturday Evening Post calls The Heart Mender an "unforgettable experience."
2010 also saw the release of two more books, The Butterfly Effect, a book exploring a scientific theory based on physics within the context of our own lives, and The Boy Who Changed the World, Andrews' first children's book. The Butterfly Effect shows readers that every action, however big or small, matters. Andrews accomplishes this by introducing historical examples that illustrate how one person can set off a spark that, in turn, ignites the lives of unforeseen others.
The Boy Who Changed the World illustrates this same principle to children, enabling them to see how they can have a meaningful impact on the world around them. It is full of vibrant, full-page illustrations by Philip Hurst and chronicles the true story of the young Norman Borlaug--the boy who grew up to change the world. Children will be delighted by the illustrations and excited by the story as they learn that they too can change the world, just like Norman.
On April 12, 2011, The Final Summit, the long-awaited follow-up to The Traveler's Gift, was released. The Final Summit finds David Ponder, the hero of The Traveler's Gift, at a completely different time in his life. Now older--and with the wisdom of the Seven Decisions he discovered in The Traveler's Gift--David Ponder and a cast of historic figures have been charged with the task of discovering the one principle that will save all of humanity from dire consequences. And the answer they seek is only two words.
Andrews' latest book and New York Times Bestseller, How Do You Kill 11 Million People?, arose from a question Andrews asked himself several years ago: Where do we being to find common ground in regard to what we want (or don't want) for the future of America? From the question came a challenge: Is it possible to write something that doesn't use the words Republican or Democrat, liberal or conservative, yet conveys a message with which everyone could agree? Can it be written in a concise fashion allowing anyone to read it, clearly understand the message, and be empowered in less than fifteen minutes? How Do You Kill 11 Million People? is his answer to those questions.
Driven by his own personal moving story, Andy Andrews communicates to his audience through the heart--an uncommon style in today's media-driven world. Arguably, there is no single person on the planet better at weaving subtle yet life-changing lessons into riveting tales of adventure and intrigue--both on paper and on stage.
This was a fantastic read. I agree with the other reviewers who said that they read this book when they should have been doing other things. I devoured this book. I read it in a period from Friday to Monday. That is the quickest I have read anything since having kids.
In this book, David Ponder, now an old man, is visited by Gabriel. He has been sent to gather all the "Travelers" to answer the single question that will save humanity. The "Travelers" were people who had the experience of time travel and/or a visit from Gabriel in order to respond wisely to some event in history.
When Ponder arrives at the site (heaven?), he is introduced to Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, George Washington Carver, Joan of Arc and several other characters from history, including a passing mention of Bear Bryant of Alabama football fame.
Every page includes a new twist, but also some wise piece of advice. The advice does not detract from the story, but rather furthers it.
I LOVED this book. It was fantastic.
I received this book free from Book Sneeze in exchange for an honest review. I received no other compensation. Thank you, Book Sneeze, for allowing me this opportunity. I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
It only took me two days to read Andy Andrews' new book, The Final Summit, and I enjoyed every minute of reading. It is a book of great wisdom and rich history hidden inside a captivating storyline where the lead character David Ponder is working with historical leaders to find the one principle which will save mankind before the hourglass of time runs out. I felt like I was sitting in a room with Joan of Arc, Abraham Lincoln, Anne Frank, Winston Churchill and many other revered leaders throughout the ages. Because the whole book is a quest for wisdom, it's full of powerful exhortations. This is one of very few fiction books with quotes that I took time to record in my journal. It enlightened my mind and inspired my heart to live and lead with integrity and passion. I'm certain that this book will challenge each reader to be stronger and to make a difference. If you want to pursue a life of high character and calling, you'll enjoy reading this book and sharing it with others.
The publisher sent me a complimentary copy of this book through BookSneeze®, but all opinions stated are honest and true.
Andy Andrews has hit another grand slam with his latest book, The Final Summit. It is a bargain buy that I read over 4 days. Whether you are a secular or religious person, this book held me in its grasp from beginning to end. It weaves Andy's creative flair with his unique perspective on history and historical figures. I always thought history was boring but this author has changed my mind. The book's main character, takes you on a journey with historical figures we all know (except for one) in pursuit of the one answer to solving earth's final crisis. Two thumbs up for The Final Summit!
This was the first book that I have read by Andy Andrews and I have to be honest that I didn't find it as insightful or inspirational as those that were in the praise introduction. There were some shining points in a book that overall was boring and bland.
The shining points were the answers to the question that the travelers came up with. They were right on point and could most definitely be applied to our society today. The other interesting aspect of the book was the introduction of Eric Erickson and his role in WWII. I also like the fact that the author took the time to explain more about him at the end of the book.
I had a really hard time staying interested in the dialogue, the answers that they came up with were very applicable but seemed to have been reached too easily. The weight of their answers and the risk of being wrong wasn't brought out strong enough for me.
The premise of the book itself struck me as odd also. The idea that the Creator would call an assembly of all the greatest minds together to "solve" the worlds problem seems incongruent with the identity of the Creator being used in the book. The Creator has already solved the problem and clearly reveals that all of human wisdom, actions, etc cannot resolve or solve this problem. The answer that the time travelers come up with is also very general. To simply do something is not only wrong but also can be dangerous. Many people have done things that they thought were right but lead to devastating results.
The answer to the question leaves us needing more, we need to seek God for the answer because God is not seeking an answer from us. He desires a response from us to the answer that He has already given us....
I realize that this book is a work of fiction and not intended to be a work of theology. At the same time it should represent the true nature of the problem and the only answer that will restore humanity.Read more ›
OK, I have had this book for over a year and have been putting off my review of it because to be honest, I just didn't enjoy it.
The basic plotline is as follows: mankind is doomed, but is given one last chance to set things right. Who will be the one to find the solution to set the world aright? David Ponder, together with the greatest minds in the history of the world.
The whole thing is just... well, ridiculous. As if God is so arbitrary as to leave the fate of the world in the hands of a mere man. As if God would create some sort of "five tries and you're out" game show for his most precious creations. As if God would just set aside his promise after the Flood to never again destroy the earth and instead take His chances with a silly guessing game. The whole book seems to set aside everything we know about the saving grace of Jesus Christ in exchange for a really long, really boring conference. Yawn.
It's not that I don't like fantasy/science fiction as a genre. Some of my favorite books are fantasy books. But this just wasn't a well-written fantasy book. The whole thing seemed rather artificial and contrived. The cover looked interesting, but in the end, the book just didn't deliver. I was really disappointed. It wasn't well written. It wasn't sound theology. It wasn't a good book.
This book was given to me by Book Sneeze in exchange for a fair and honest review.
