A small blue softback book of 189 pages in 6 chapters, with a picture on the front cover of the author leaving Dr Barnardo's Homes at the age of 14, and on the back cover: 'This is the ninth in a series of Barnardo Biographies published by Badgerwood Publications LLP. It is a traveller's tale in a number of senses: a background of Ireland in turbulent times; a tragic break-up of his family; an itinerant Barnardo boyhood; a touching farming apprenticeship, and then the acquirement of a spiritual guardian - all before an extensive service life at home and abroad. Migration to New Zealand brings diverse experiences of people, occupations, churchmanship, and the start of his own family. His progression on returning home to a happy personal relationship leads to a further appreciation of family life and enduring spirituality.'

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