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A powerful story of one young girl in search of her father's love; a noted powerful New York politician who abruptly left the family to acquire higher education and established himself in the political arena that inspired many to run for office, and a few obtained office at the state and national level, even in the United States Congress. However, the little girl that longed for her father's presence and not understanding why he spent so many hours away, then finally leaving the family later discovered the legacy that shaped her life and work. Esther struggled most of her life trying to understand the dynamics of her relationship with her father and why her father seemingly didn't have time for her. At periods she despised him, but also loved the ground he walked upon, later in life she became just like her father who impacted Harlem, though her work took her to Africa where she is presently feeding, equipping and training thousands to live effectively and thrive.
This memoir investigates the complex emotional and psychological impact of an absent, high-profile political father on his daughter's identity and life trajectory. Esther Turner, the author, documents her personal evolution from a neglected child longing for paternal validation to a dedicated humanitarian leader. By examining the intersection of her father's political legacy in Harlem and her own subsequent work in Africa, she constructs a framework for understanding how inherited ambition and unresolved trauma can shape a person's professional and altruistic pursuits.
What You Will Find
The narrative offers an introspective look at the intersection of public duty and private loss, providing a focused study on the long-term effects of paternal absence. The text serves as a personal account of how the author reconciled her father's political legacy with her own path of service.
Page Count:
168
Publication Date:
2019-10-28
Publisher:
Hollis Pearson Media
ISBN-10:
0000576530
ISBN-13:
9780000576538
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