Born Yesterday - New Edition: The True Story of a Girl Born in the 20th Century but Raised in the 19th...

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Rachel Williams-Smith

Born Yesterday - New Edition

The True Story of a Girl Born in the 20th Century but Raised in the 19th

Rachel Williams-Smith

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Empowerment Communication Press
24 November 2023

Biography; Biography: general; Religious fundamentalism; Aspects of religion (non-Christian); Education

This revised New Edition features additional stories, a new cover design, and updates on Rachel's life.

Though born in 1965, Rachel's story could have been set in the 1800s. Wearing long dresses and bonnets and living without electricity, modern medicine, or indoor plumbing, she and her two older brothers were shaped by the extreme religious view of her iron-willed, Vietnam veteran father and malleable mother. The family separated from society and lived in an abandoned house atop a remote hill in Tennessee awaiting the end of the world.

At age 16, Rachel was forced to enter the modern world. She struggled to adjust without casting aside the good along with the bad. Eventually she found her way to a full, balanced, and vibrant life. An accomplished storyteller, Rachel takes you on her incredible life journey and shares how she was restored by God's faithful, loving care.

By: Rachel Williams-Smith
Imprint: Empowerment Communication Press
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 435g
ISBN: 9798989462902
Pages: 326
Publication Date: 24 November 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith is a master communicator and life lessons coach who loves to share thoughts, insights, and stories that encourage others and help them to flourish.In the New Edition of her memoir, Born Yesterday, she shares her incredible, profoundly moving life story of growing up in extreme circumstances. From living in a bus without modern conveniences and wearing long dresses and bonnets to earning two doctoral degrees, her life has been full of unusual twists and contradictions. She shares her story to nurture hope that transformation is possible, no matter the challenges.Rachel serves as Dean of the School of Journalism and Communication at Southern Adventist University. In addition to her many other roles as an author, speaker, consultant, coach, wife, mother, and grandmother, she has earned degrees in Communication (Ph.D.), Educational Leadership and Management (Ed.D.), English (M.A.), and Language Arts Education (B.S.). Her candid communication style allows her to speak openly and practically about her experiences, captivating audiences and enabling them to apply what she has learned to their own lives. Rachel's story challenges people to believe in God's amazing faithfulness, His redemptive power, and restorative loving care, providing hope for new beginnings. Please visit Rachel Williams-Smith's website to learn more about her background and expertise, request an interview, or book her as a speaker.

Reviews for Born Yesterday - New Edition: The True Story of a Girl Born in the 20th Century but Raised in the 19th

At a time when the United States grapples with the polarizing grip of extremism, Born Yesterday serves as a roadmap to redemption. It's an inspiring story for the challenging times in which we live."" - Alva James-Johnson, award-winning journalist and co-finalist for the Pulitzer Prize ""Rachel Williams-Smith is the embodiment of perseverance, resilience, hope. Her book is a must read for people from all walks of life. They will be motivated to overcome any adversity."" -Lucas L. Johnson II, former AP reporter and author of Finding the Good ""Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith moved past an unbelievably challenging childhood to earning two doctorates and professional success. Her story is moving, reminding us there is no limit to what we can achieve despite obstacles."" - Ellen Didier, President, Red Sage Communications ""I fell in love with this book on the opening page. Readers will find Rachel's family's ever-changing lifestyle situations both appalling and appealing-and always fascinating. Her complex relationship with her father is especially poignant."" - David Aretha, award-winning author