Believe: Journey from Jacksonville (Paperback)

~ Ken Norton (Author), John V Amodeo (Author), Donald Hennessey Jr. (Author)

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Imagine yourself transfixed into a totally strange, unfamiliar and non-controlling environment-an environment whose only sound is the constant din of a machine attached to your body. An environment so foreign with malodorous, strange smells and barren, plain blanched walls. Your once Adonis-like physique now captive to an audience not of adoring, envious fans but a steady parade of white-clad staff with whom your only communication is with a hand signal or nod. Such is the journey of Ken Norton's transformation from the cocky, self-assured and formidable world champion from Jacksonville, Illinois to a patient in great need of attention. The story of Norton's journey-his physical and mental readjustment and his will to persevere and overcome and win again will inspire anyone who has had to cope with sudden and catastrophic challenges. It is a story not only of hope and overcoming life's ultimate challenges but also a spiritual journey of a man who found himself and in turn touched the lives of others.

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: 1st World Publishing (October 27, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1421891204
• ISBN-13: 978-1421891200
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #969,259 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiration!! Read it!! You won't be disappointed!!, October 17, 2009

By	Donald E. Hennessey Jr. "Bio Author" (Illinois) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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"BELIEVE"..Is an inspirational story of survival..........

How Ken went from being on top of the world, to near death's door. It focuses on overcoming, and adapting to life's obstacles , not being able to walk and just barely able to talk. Ken Norton is an amazing man who wouldn't let life's worse moments get him down. With a strong mind, the love of god, family and friends Ken has survived and is quite the inspiration. "BELIEVE" Journey From Jacksonville is a MUST READ

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An inspirational read, October 22, 2009

By	Thomas Tousey "Jazz Fan" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Although this book is about a well known boxing champion and I don't consider myself a follower of the sport, I found it to be an easy read and very inspirational. Mr. Norton's struggle and determination to overcome the catastrophe that life dealt him was very moving. It gave a message of hope for any of us that may have faced or may come to face a similar situation, that with the right attitude and will to survive, we too, can overcome any obstacle life chooses to throw in our path.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 'A Must Read', October 17, 2009

By	John V. Amodeo "bio author" (nyc) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

'Believe..' is an incredible journey of former heavyweight champion Ken Norton's life after a near-fatal car crash. This unique journey of survival draws the reader into a world of struggle, conflict and doubts while readjusting to what fate has intervened. It will resonate well with anyone who has had to reexamine the direction of one's life and will serve as an inspiration to persevere and never give up.