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Stone soup for the world, life-changing stories of kindness & courageous acts of service, collected by Marianne Larned [editor]

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Stone soup for the world, life-changing stories of kindness & courageous acts of service, collected by Marianne Larned [editor]
Language
eng
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libretto or text
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Main title
Stone soup for the world
Oclc number
191092864
Responsibility statement
collected by Marianne Larned [editor]
Sub title
life-changing stories of kindness & courageous acts of service
Summary
SOMEWHERE ON THIS PLANET, SOMEONE HAS A SOLUTION TO EACH OF THE WORLD'S PROBLEMS. "These stories help us to see the best in others and inspire us to be the best we can be." From the youngest child to the oldest senior, each of us wants to help, to give back, to make a difference. We want to feed the hungry, care for the elderly, and teach the children. These heartwarming stories feature ordinary people doing extraordinary things. They show us that greatness grows out of simple acts of giving. For the last 20 years, Marianne Larned has been a traveler, living and working in communities across the country and around the world. She heard people everywhere express a common logic: a better life for their families and a greater sense of community. In her introduction Larned reflects on Princess Diana. "Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society, " said Princess Diana. "It is a goal and an essential part of my life." Stone Soup for the World reminds us that we can make the world a better place. A toolbox full of ideas and a resource guide, this book gives each and every one of us hope and direction for how to build a better world. one day at a time
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