Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, colors, languages, ages, locations, and professions. A hero is anyone who sacrifices something-even time-for the benefit of someone else without expectation of honor or reward. Heroes Manifested honors men and women around the world who dedicate their lives for the betterment of mankind. Six of the stories in this volume are true accounts of men and women who were heroes. The remaining six stories illustrate traits of selflessness available to all of us. The homeless are renewed. A child is delivered from peril. A neighbor enriches the life of a neighbor by sharing and listening. A man volunteers to die, if necessary, to protect those he loves. Every hero featured in these stories is an ordinary human being who chose to give to another-whether in time, possessions, or life's breath. Their goal was the betterment of other lives. Opportunities for heroism are all around us. Be on the lookout You can be a hero, too
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