CBS Radio’s Benji Cole interviews Arthur A. Edwards, the author of “The Journey to Hangtown Haven”
Arthur A. Edwards, the author of “The Journey to Hangtown Haven,” was interviewed by CBS Radio’s host, Benji Cole. The interview in the program People of Distinction is about the discussion of the message of the book as well as the author’s purpose for writing this masterpiece.
People of Distinction is one of the most wide-ranging radio shows in the United States, hosted by Benji Cole and Al Cole from CBS Radio. People of Distinction is the right fit for authors and readers to discover newly published books, mostly written by passionate and independent authors.
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Arthur A. Edwards was a naval officer and veteran of the Korean conflict who grew up in Northern California during the Depression and World War II. He studied warfare at the University of California, Berkeley, and has a library full of history books.
He is descended from a long line of veterans; two of his great-grandfathers served in the Union Army during the Civil War: a grandfather who tried to enlist in the Spanish-American War and a father who served in the Navy twice, once just as World War I ended and again in World War II.
Visit Arthur A. Edwards’ website at https://arthuredwardsbooks.com/
Recently, the author had a book signing opportunity for the readers during the 2024 Los Angeles Festival of Books (LATFOB).
Embark on an inspiring journey with Art Edwards, an 83-year-old retiree determined to create Hangtown Haven, a sanctuary for the homeless in Placerville, California. Watch as he faces powerful opposition, uniting a diverse team to overcome adversity and build a beacon of hope. This is not just a shelter; it’s a testament to the indomitable spirit.
Growing up in Northern California during the Great Depression and World War II, Arthur A. Edwards, the author, was a naval lieutenant and Korean War veteran. He has an extensive library of historical texts and studied warfare at the University of California, Berkeley. He comes from a long line of veterans: two of his great-grandfathers served in the Union Army during the Civil War; a grandfather attempted to enlist in the Spanish-American War; and a father served in the Navy twice, once near the end of World War I and again during World War II.
After getting a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, the author developed weather and communication satellites for the aerospace sector.
“The Journey to Hangtown Haven” by Arthur Edwards is a moving and authentic portrayal of one man’s mission to bring compassion to the homeless. While celebrating the triumph of the human spirit, it doesn’t shy away from exposing the challenges faced by those advocating for change.
A Hollywood movie script and Hollywood movie treatment have been released for the book’s qualification for a Hollywood movie adaptation. The screenplay is the common ground on which producers, directors, actors, and production teams working on the movie will collaborate from start to finish, and it serves as a roadmap for them in terms of what will be seen on the big screen.
Get to know more about the author and his work as you listen to the full interview below: