Courage in High Heels

By: Joyce S. Anderson

Women know that courage is not only found on the battlefields of war and in climbing Mr. Everest. It is also found in their daily lives as they meet the tough challenges that are dealt them. This book... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1413716164
• ISBN13: 9781413716160
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Publishamerica Inc
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

A wonderful collection of true-life stories

It is not often readers can find the life stories of individual women put together in one impressive book. Even the title Courage In High Heels sparks the interest. Who are these courageous women in Joyce Anderson's book? They are ordinary women from all walks of life, who have lived in extraordinary times. They are people like you and I, who faced stumbling blocks along Life's path, and turned them into stepping stones.Courage In High Heels is an inspiring book for women. It shows the reader we are all have much to contribute, in wisdom and knowledge, in love and in loss, in triumph and in defeat.

Midwest Book Review

Readers are accustomed to reading tales of wartime heroism and seemingly supernatural courage under fire. And we devour stories of the rich and famous and their exploits. Ms. Anderson's true stories of eight everyday women was a refreshing change of pace. She chose for her subjects eight women from widely disparate walks of life. The common thread that bound them all together was the plain and simple courage each one had in the face of adversity. Some were from backgrounds of privilege, others from poverty. Some had long and happy marriages, others suffered sorrow and betrayal at the hands of faithless husbands. Through interviews and family histories, the author skillfully reveals the heart and spirit of each woman She slowly draws out their hopes and dreams, crushing losses, failed aspirations, and victories won through sheer will and determination. It makes for an inspiring read, knowing that in the end such women persevered no matter what and came out winners. Each reader will relate to one or more of these women and their lives. Courage in High Heels would make a wonderful subject for discussion groups or book clubs. To simplify such discussions, the author has included appropriate questions to explore. Women, in particular, will enjoy this book but there's something in it everyone can appreciate. True courage never goes out of style.

Reviewed for Denise's Pieces Book Reviews

COURAGE IN HIGH HEELS is a must read for women. It could also be an interesting read for men that are open to enlightenment on the sheer determination of women with courage. Joyce S. Anderson has pulled together an assortment of women with a story to tell. This book has eight separate life stories. Each story creatively pulls the reader in and holds their interest with ease.It would be hard for me to pick out a favorite person in this book. Each showed unbelievable strength and had the resilience to land on their feet; in spite of the curveballs that life kept throwing their way. But I would have to say that Pearl touched my heart the most. Auto accidents kept playing a central role in her life. Born prematurely when her mother was hit by a car; subsequent accidents continued to haunt her life. A less courageous person would have quit when doctors said she would never walk again. She continued to fight and prove them wrong. Pearl's spirit and tanacity were sheer inspiration.The eight stories were well written, poignant and easily brought back memories of the 50's and 60's. Taking a glimpse into the lives of women that are honest and forthcoming about the events of their lives will touch different people in different ways. Even though Pearl became my new heroine, I can guarantee that each woman will touch others in different ways. They are the epitome of what we all should strive for. Women share medical heartbreaks, infidelity, special needs children and their determination to charter their own destiny. I highly recommend this one for women that need affirmation on the strength and courage that exists in all of us. For the readers that already know this; it is a smooth, intriguing read. Well done!