Albrecht argues convincingly that hope always has rested inside each of us, waiting to be melded with our life’s purpose in ways that can be life changing. Using story, humor, and intelligent in-depth interviews, he explores the nature of hope, its power, even its limitations, reminding us it is the driving force behind our growth and our future. A great read!

Judi Knipmeyer, Vice President, Fields of Dreams Uganda Board of Directors

Christopher’s penned this book at a time when humanity needs hope and a sense of renewed purpose. He provides is a welcome read for educators who wish to make a difference in this world. For those who wish to linger with a text and ponder possibility, this book is for you.

Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson, President, Clarion University of Pennsylvania

A remarkable book written for our time. Christopher Albrecht brilliantly demonstrates that hope and purpose are innate in us and can be cultivated by serving something greater than ourselves. Refreshing and captivating, a page turner indeed.

Alhassan Susso, 2020 NEA/Horace Mann National Educator of the Year, 2019 New York State Teacher of the Year

Written during a time of uncertainty, this book offers lessons on making the world a better place through hope and service. Christopher Albrecht mines stories from his own life, his career as a teacher, and interviews with people from around the world to illuminate the power of maintaining hope in the face of doubt and fear. He brings these memorable stories to life and weaves them into an optimistic vision of what ordinary people can accomplish.

Sydney Chaffee, 2017 National Teacher of the Year