{"product_id":"a-son-of-the-queen-richard-l-grupenhoff-9798218365370","title":"A Son of the Queen City: Cincinnati Memories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat do you do with a lifetime of memories?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Son of the Queen City: Cincinnati Memories\u003c\/i\u003e is a poignant collection of personal stories that trace the author's life journey and capture the essence of growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio. From early days in Catholic school to pivotal coming-of-age moments, the narrative unfolds with vivid recollections that capture the distinctive cultural tapestry of this midwestern city and the author's connection to it. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis intimate memoir takes readers through his formative years, offering glimpses into the challenges and triumphs of education, faith, and community. Joining the Navy becomes a transformative act, bringing adventure, discipline, and self-discovery that opened his world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThroughout the narrative, readers witness the author's evolution into adulthood, marked by marriage, parenthood, and a career in academia, universal themes of love, sacrifice, and personal growth that provide a relatable portrayal of the human experience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Son of the Queen City\u003c\/i\u003e is more than a personal memoir; it's a testament to Cincinnati's enduring spirit and the profound influence of one man's roots. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe author's eloquent storytelling invites reflection, and serves as both homage to Cincinnati and a celebration of the resilient spirit that shaped a life well lived. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eSon of the Queen City \u003c\/i\u003ewill inspire readers to capture memories of their own past, so that they live on for generations to come, serving as a tribute to the people and places that shaped who they are today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Richard L. Grupenhoff\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 8218365370\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798218365370\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Richard L Grupenhoff\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/29\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 218\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.66lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d","brand":"Richard L. Grupenhoff","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44809654862079,"sku":"9798218365370","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d5f0ce97-062e-4ed0-853e-f972be69bafc.jpg?v=1707927101","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/a-son-of-the-queen-richard-l-grupenhoff-9798218365370","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}