We're living in a time that's never been seen before: a crisis in which the world works together. Great stories always help us through hard times, but sometimes you need more than just something fun to read; sometimes, you turn to books for ideas. All of the non-fiction books about perseverance on this list show how strong the human spirit is and how great the power of redemption is.
Educated By Tara Westover
Most of us don't think twice about going to school, but for Tara Westover, it was a huge fight against her father's survivalist beliefs. B Westover's father thought the world would end in the year 2000, so he made sure that their home in Idaho was ready for the world's end. He was afraid of most institutions and wouldn't let his family go to school or the doctor, even when his wife got a serious brain injury and needed help. Westover was extremely alone, but she could get out of it and go to some of the best universities in the world. More Less
Men We Roped by Jesmyn Ward
Ward's beautiful and powerful book is based on her life in Southern Mississippi. In her small town, where there aren't many jobs or other opportunities, many people have turned to drugs or given up. Ward's drive to get out helped her get a scholarship, but it also put her in contact with cruel racism. Her sadness is moving when she thinks about people who didn't make it, who struggled with addiction, or who died too young. Still, Ward sees a strong connection between their lives and the strength of character that has come to define her. More Less
The Glass Castle By Jeannette Walls
When you first pick up this book, you might think it will be bitter. After all, Walls' childhood was full of constant moves and worsening living conditions, but as she talks about her life, she seems almost calm. She even says that she owes much of her adult success to the survival skills she learned during her father's "adventures." Walls and her siblings eventually had to take care of themselves. They moved to New York and found a way to do well despite the hard times they had as kids. The Glass Castle is both a story of redemption and hope. More Less
To Unlock The Inner Kingdom By Agostina Colarusso
To Unlock the Inner Kingdom recounts Agostina Colarusso's life hardships and how she was brought into enlightenment. It is a process of perseverance, self-awareness, and introspection that will eventually lead to her receiving Divine benefits. And it acts as a guidepost for us to find our route.
We are led on a spiritual trip throughout the book, focusing on how Agostina discovered fulfillment and healing through spiritual channeling. The author hopes her expertise and experiences can assist struggling readers in overcoming their obstacles.
If you're ready to quit trying and start living, this amazing book will transport you to another planet of calm, tranquility, and liberation.