An Unexpected Life: a black youth's journey from Bank Robber to Architect

By Tonio Rocciano

Tonio Rocciano was just fifteen. Considered "too young" and "too small," no one would hire him. So he robbed a bank. He was caught and sentenced to the state reformatory in 1947.

At seventeen, Tonio was conditionally released. As a Navy frogman he participated in the Korean invasion at Inchon. Tonio would be discharged for striking an officer.

Once he was a civilian, Tonio fought with a man who had called him a racial slur; Tonio was incarcerated once again in Buena Vista. An unfortunate event sent Tonio to the Colorado State Penitentiary in Canon City in a cell on Death Row. The truth is yet to be known.

Unwind the story of An Unexpected Life Tonio's twists, tumbles and intrigue will draw you into this fascinating account of a multiracial youth finding his way.

About the Author

Tonio Rocciano is a novice writer. A life filled with small beginnings and large successes have proven that he accomplishes what he sets out to do.

Today, Tonio is a semi-retired architectural designer. His design work is featured in many professional magazines and newspapers. Tonio designs award-winning homes, buildings and complexes across the country.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1480981923
• ISBN13: 9781480981928
• Release Date: November 2018
• Publisher: Rosedog Books
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"