Charlie's Monument

By Blaine M. Yorgason

Book Overview

Adults scorned him, school children jeered him, yet Charlie was determined that his life would amount to something. He would not have lived in vain. Born with only one arm, a twisted back, and badly deformed legs, and orphaned while still a boy, Charlie also carried with him the legacy of his resolute mother: You can do anything you want to if you want it badly enough.Charlie's will to live -- and to live largely -- will eventually win him the respect of his peers, the gratitude of his town, and the love of a very special woman who is able to look past his deformities and see into his heart. This inspiring tale, already embraced by more than 300,000 readers, will lift your spirits and reconfirm your faith in the basic human qualities of courage and compassion.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1573456586
• ISBN13: 9781573456586
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Shadow Mountain
• Length: 95 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.5" x 0.5" x 5.0"

Customer Reviews

My Introduction to the Yorgason's Story-Telling Dynasty

This was the first book I ever read by either Blaine or Brenton Yorgason. I've since avidly read a dozen of their books (with more than 40 total), and found them to be very engrossing, frequently entertaining, and have always been left with a deepened appreciation of "Life's Teaching Moments". Originally written to help his students gain greater self-esteem and appreciation for the differences in each of us, Yorgason later discovered that the story mirrored the life of one of his ancestors. Charlie is a "freak"-- born with a twisted back, one arm, and a shambling gait, he overcomes the scorn and rejection of others to win the love of the prettiest girl in town. When she dies at the hands of a drunken doctor, Charlie becomes embittered, but the essence of his character is revealed when faced with a choice of saving or abandoning the man responsible for his wife's death. Like so many of Yorgason's stories, a great tale of the "uses of adversity", the power of love, courage, and the triumph of the human spirit... a great read, highly recommended.

My favorite book!

This is an easy read, but I guarantee it will make you cry! Once you've read it, you'll likely want to share it with someone you care about. Ever since I read it for the first time over 15 years ago, it has been my favorite book!

Katy's Review

Charlie's Monument was a really good books that teaches life skills on learning to love others who have disabilities. And also to remember the good things and to keep on going no matter what happens to you.

What A Book

This is a great book ! This book is about a boy named Charlie. Charlie was born whith only one arm And twisted back . Charlie was a so called "reject" . No one would be his friend. You'll never beleave this book unless you read it for your self. This book you won't want to miss!

I want my kids to read this one!

I read this book when I was a kid and just recently read it again. (It only took about an hour and a half to read). It has a very positive message--one that youth today can't hear too much!