Islander Days: Memories of a River Rat

Islander Days: Memories of a River Rat
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Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages : 125
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ISBN-10 : 9781456818876
ISBN-13 : 1456818872
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Book Synopsis Islander Days: Memories of a River Rat by : Ben Wilkie

Download or read book Islander Days: Memories of a River Rat written by Ben Wilkie and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2010-11-19 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you an adult who ever wanted to go back in time to days in which life was simpler? Or are you a teenager who ever wondered what high school was like years ago? Well then, this is the story for you. ISLANDER DAYS: Memories of a River Rat is the story of author Ben Wilkies unique days at a Minneapolis high school, De La Salle. From the scary first days as a freshman, to surprisingly winning a spot at Homecoming royalty, to becoming popular beyond his wildest dreams, all the sporting triumphs and disappointments, a trip to a televised state tournament, all the different schoolmates and teachers, his departure and transfer to a new school, and an unexpected comeback at De in the 2000s. Youll also read about Bens early life growing up in south Minneapolis and Northfield, his decision to attend De La Salle, his life after high school as an adult, and a tribute to two very special classmates, a married couple who are living life to the fullest each day despite dealing with ALS. ISLANDER DAYS: Memories of a River Rat is a must read for anybody who is associated with De La Salle, past or present, from an author who was there in the early 1980s. Go back in time and relive the good old days of high school and how it compares to today.


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