Gerald coffee is a fighter, and has remained a true patriot, and my reallife hero. Beyond survival by gerald coffee pdf free download ebook. Captain coffee released this newest edition in 20 with forewords from fellow p. The author traces coffee s history in hawaiifrom its arrival in 1828 to konas position in todays highly competitive specialty coffee market. Beyond survival is a journey into the invincible human spirit that unites heart and mind in a compelling and unforgettable experience. By calling on his inner resources, such as his faith in god. The only real security we have is the certainty that were equipped to handle whatever happens to us. Beyond survival is a journey into the invincibility of the human spirit that unites heart and mind in a compelling and unforgettable experience. Biography born in modesto, california, gerald jerry coffee joined the navy in 1957 after graduating from ucla with a bachelor of arts degree.
Hoberman photgraphic publishers is an international specialist publisher of awardwinning photographic and coffee table books. Navy captain coffee was a prisoner of war in north vietnam from 1966 to 1973, most of the time in hanoi and in a cell by himself. The stunning true story of captain jerry coffee, a prisoner of war. Beyond survival by gerald coffee goodreads share book. Beyond survival by gerald coffee and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Navy ret worldwide speakers group is a globally respected speakers bureau that houses many top business professionals. Motivational speaker gerald coffee was captured after his plane was downed by enemy fire during a reconnaissance mission over north vietnam. Gerald coffees speech tells a story of human survival not just a story of vietnam. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Navy captain coffee was a prisoner of war in north vietnam from 1966 to 1973, most of the time in hanoi and in a. Gerald coffee books list of books by author gerald coffee. Born in modesto, california, he joined the navy in 1957 after graduating from ucla with a major in business administration. Discover book depositorys huge selection of gerald coffee books online. In february 1966, while flying combat missions over north vietnam, captain gerald coffee s ra5c reconnaissance jet was downed by enemy fire. Coffee illustrated fellow pow captain howard rutledges book. Captain gerald coffee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. Today, were gonna brief you the summary of the book beyond survival by gerald coffee so lets begin. At nineteen she became the youngest santa clara county human relations commissioner, and at twentyone she became the youngestever chair of the justice revi.
His book, beyond survival, describes his experiences in gritty detail and his keynote. Gerald coffee motivational speaker executive speakers. His story conveys a positive message that we each have the potential to survive any ordeal, overcome any obstacle, achieve any goal. Very minimal writing or notations in margins not affecting the text. After receiving his ba from ucla in 1957, gerald coffee joined the us navy receiving his wings in 1959. How he endured and what he learned from the experience ar. Book gerald coffee for public speaking harry walker agency. Building on the hard times a pows inspiring story by gerald coffee. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. During his illustrious 28 year navy career, he participated in daring low level reconnaissance flights over cuba during the cuban missile crisis, flew numerous missions off aircraft carriers. Between them they have 6 adult children, 7 grandchildren, and 2 yellow labs. He parachuted safely from his plane but was captured immediately and spent the next seven years as a prisoner of war in the communist prisons of that country. Coffee table book by gerald hoberman, maggie davey online at alibris. How he endured and what he learned from the experience are the subjects of this inspiring book.
In 1991 captain coffee published his book, beyond survival telling the story of his capture and incarceration in north vietnam. Born in modesto, california, he joined the navy in 1957 after graduation from ucla with a major in business administration. His prisoner of war story concluded seven years and nine days later when he was finally released after the end of the vietnam war. In this powerful tape, the first thing evident is the love of life and spirit of community heard in his voice. Presents a collection of wildlife photographs that represents the authors work o. To book jerry coffee call executive speakers bureau at 9017549404. In the presence of mine enemies published by the fleming h. Download audiobooks narrated by gerald coffee to your device. Coffee table book by gerald hoberman, maggie davey. His inspiring story conveys a positive message that we each have the potential to survive any ordeal, overcome any obstacle, achieve any goal. Sharing insights derived from his seven years as a pow in north vietnam and his unique experiences since his release, gerald coffee plants the seed of. Captain coffee has always been a high achiever, representing his school at several sports and becoming student body president in his youth. Navy retired captain gerald coffee flew lowlevel reconnaissance missions over cuba during the cuban missile crisis, which provided photographic proof of soviet nucleartipped missiles, turning the tide of.
During his illustrious 28 year navy career, he participated in daring low level. Captain gerald coffee speakers bureau and booking agent info. He continues to inspire others as a keynote speaker. Gerald coffee was a pow in north viet nam for seven years, most of it spent in a small cell alone, out of visual contact with the other pows. Studio22 photo books manufactures a wide range of photo books. This edition of the book includes many photos not seen before, as well as illustrations by captain coffee himself. Businesses, nonprofit organizations, event planners and companies across the country have worked closely with our booking agents to hire gerald coffee for a speaking engagements, guest appearances, product endorsements and corporate events. This work presents a portrait of namibia as seen through the camera lenses of gera. November 1996 gerald coffee retired from the united states navy as a commander.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. I can only imagine how hard it was to write it all out. Written by captain gerald coffee, audiobook narrated by captain gerald coffee. Beyond survival ebook by gerald coffee 97816395158. Drawing from his seven years as a pow, captain coffee provides timeless lessons that apply to the physical, emotional, and ethical challenges of everyday life. Building on the hard times a pows inspiring story by gerald coffee and gerald coffee overview when life loses its meaning, when suddenly the world is turned upside down, when there s nothing left that resembles life as we ve known it. Contact the harry walker agency to schedule gerald coffee as your next keynote speaker. As a navy pilot flying reconnaissance missions over north. During his illustrious 28 year navy career, he participated in daring low level reconnaissance flights over cuba during the cuban missile crisis, flew. The author traces coffee s history in kona is one of the worlds premium coffees. View bios, testimonials, and inquire about speaking fees.
A cup of aloha is a heartfelt portrait of the farmers, millers, landowners, merchants, and laborers who struggled to keep themselves and their industry alive. He parachuted safely from his plane but was captured immediately and spent the next seven years as a prisoner of. A pows message on how the power of the human spirit can bring personal growth and triumph, and more on. I love to read and would like to share my passion with other readers. I will be recommending this to everyone who needs some inspiration. Building on the hard times a pows inspiring story by gerald coffee 20, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. In the blink of an eye, the impossible happens to naval officer ger. Captain gerald coffees has written an epic, and inspiring story of survival. Coffee table book by gerald hoberman, marc hoberman, jan austerman online at alibris. Captain gerald coffee is an inspiring example of the power of the human spirit to survive and triumph over the most adverse circumstances. The invincible principles for overcoming adversity by gerald coffee. Gerald coffee audio books, best sellers, author bio. Book gerald coffee for a speaking engagement businesses, nonprofit organizations, event planners and companies across the country have worked closely with our booking agents to hire gerald coffee for a speaking engagements, guest appearances, product endorsements and corporate events.
Aug 26, 2010 captain gerald coffee is an inspiring example of the power of the human spirit to survive and triumph over the most adverse circumstances. It is an amazing book but very hard to read because of the real violence he experienced. Captain coffee reaffirming the invinicibility of the human. Captain coffee reaffirming the invinicibility of the. Beyond survival audiobook by captain gerald coffee. Captain gerald coffee spent his career serving the us navy as a pilot, and was held hostage as a pow in vietnam for more than 7 years. I have listened to his live presentations audio recordings and think he is one of the most inspring people i have ever listened to. Coffees ordeal makes most of lifes ordinary setbacks seem eminently survivable. Click download or read online button to get beyond survival by gerald coffee pdf free book now. Captain jerry coffee is a retired navy pilot, vietnam war pow, motivational speaker, author of the book beyond survival, and resource on the vietnam war. Humor is integral to our peace of mind and ability to go beyond survival. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration.
Life for captain gerald coffee became one of solitary confinement in a six foot by four foot cell. Captain gerald coffee generally travels from aiea, hi, usa and can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote. Beyond survival when life loses its meaning, when suddenly the world is turned upside down, when theres nothing left that resembles life as weve known it, where do we find the strength and sustenance to go on. All products are manufactured on site and shipped nationwide. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Navy retired captain gerald coffee flew lowlevel reconnaissance.
The whole story is captured wonderfully well in his book beyond survival. His book, beyond survival, condensed by readers digest, is on audiocassette by nightingaleconant, and was made into an awardwinning play called the prisoner. While flying reconnaissance missions over north vietnam, piloting his jet fighter, captain coffee was shot down by enemy fire. Captain coffee describes every bit of his experience in painstaking detail and grips the reader with his honesty and sincerity. Born in modesto, california, he joined the navy in 1957 after graduation from ucla with. Gerald coffee was taken to a prison in hanoi called hoa lo which became famously known as the hanoi hilton. Macroom bookshop is a haven of relaxation and peace in a busy town. For the next seven years, he survived the horrors of the now infamous hanoi hilton. Studio22 photo books coffee table photo books cape town. Possible clean exlibrary copy, with their stickers and or stamps. Captain coffee reaffirming the invinicibility of the human spirit. The stunning true story of captain jerry coffee, a prisoner. Navy in 1985, captain coffee has inspired thousands of people from. Captain jerry coffee spoke at my event, like he has done thousands of times before as a professional motivational speaker, and told his heroic story about being shot down over vietnam, his capture and captivity.
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