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