{"product_id":"take-the-long-way-home-don-lombardi-9781088279496","title":"Take the Long Way Home","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinding a place to call home is a fundamental human desire that resonates with audiences worldwide. \"Take the Long Way Home\" by acclaimed author Don Lombardi delves into the profound feeling of displacement and the arduous quest for belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe narrative centers around Ray MacDonald, the main character, who grapples with a troubled childhood marked by constant relocation and strict household rules that hinder his ability to form lasting friendships. As Ray navigates through life, he confronts the stark reality of his family's financial limitations, often wearing second-hand or thrifted clothes despite his mother's meticulous care in keeping them presentable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Take the Long Way Home\" captivates readers with its poignant portrayal of the human spirit's tenacity and resilience, offering a tale of hope, redemption, and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. With a profound exploration of the complexities of identity and belonging, \"Take the Long Way Home\" is a compelling addition to any bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon Lombardi hails from Yonkers, NY. He has worn many hats in his life, i.e., father, musician, computer programmer, technical writer, guitar maker, soldier, and combat veteran of the Vietnam War. He earned his BA from Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY, and continued to earn an MA from Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT. Now retired from the Department of Defense, He spends his time building and repairing acoustic guitars and writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Don Lombardi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 108827949X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781088279496\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Don Lombardi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/03\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.54lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d","brand":"Don Lombardi","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":50778844823807,"sku":"9781088279496","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/take-the-long-way-home-don-lombardi-9781088279496","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}