A Pocketful of Holes and Dreams

Jeff Pearce author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:20th Jan '11

Should be back in stock very soon

A Pocketful of Holes and Dreams cover

In post-war Liverpool, young Jeff Pearce navigates a challenging childhood, rising to wealth before facing a devastating setback. His journey illustrates resilience and the possibility of turning adversity into success.

"A Pocketful of Holes and Dreams" tells the inspiring true story of Jeff Pearce, who grew up in a post-war Liverpool slum. With a father living a life of luxury and a mother struggling to provide for her children, young Jeff faced immense challenges from an early age. As a child, he learned to navigate the harsh realities of his environment, going door to door to collect rags from wealthier families, which he then sold at local markets to help support his family.

At just fourteen, Jeff left school and embarked on a remarkable journey that would eventually lead him to become a millionaire before he turned thirty. His determination and resilience allowed him to rise above his circumstances, but life took a cruel turn when he faced financial ruin. This unexpected twist forced him, along with his wife and children, out of their comfortable home and back into a world of hardship.

With little more than empty pockets, Jeff had to confront the daunting question of whether he could rebuild his life and regain what he had lost. "A Pocketful of Holes and Dreams" is a heartwarming account of perseverance and the transformative power of hope. Through Jeff’s story, readers are reminded that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to turn rags into riches and find strength in the most challenging situations.

ISBN: 9780241951071

Dimensions: 198mm x 130mm x 19mm

Weight: 212g

304 pages