Finding the Good
Lucas Johnson
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Finding the Good
Published
2003
Publisher
Rutledge Hill Press
Pages
170
ISBN-10
1401600379
Description
Fred Montgomery, the son of sharecroppers in west Tennessee, and boyhood friend of Alex Haley, grew up in poverty, but had a faith and confidence instilled in him by his parents. Always at the mercy of white people, Fred worked hard and acquired his own farm in spite of opposition from his white neighbors. After losing two of his sons in separate drowning accidents, Fred tried twice to commit suicide. Bitter from years of frustration brought upon him by whites, Fred's attitude was changed by the sympathy and love shown to him by his neighbors, white and black alike. In 1988 he proved that faith and love can prevail by becoming the first black mayor of the once strongly segregated Henning, Tennessee. While telling this story, the author shows glimpses of his own life, in which many of his relatives, including his own father, succumbed to the lure of alcohol and drugs. Lucas Johnson lost all hope. He had no faith; he had no love. "Years have passed," he concludes," since I first met Fred Montgomery. . . . I'm a better person because of him. His life . . . gave me a credible blueprint on how to deal with life's problems and even grow stronger from them."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Finding the Good?
This edition of Finding the Good has approximately 170 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Finding the Good?
For most readers, Finding the Good typically takes between 3h 33m and 2h 22m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 42,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 42,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Finding the Good?
The estimated word count for Finding the Good is approximately 42,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Finding the Good?
Finding the Good was written by Lucas Johnson.
When was Finding the Good published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.