Tony Hiss Livres

David Gaus's journey from accounting student to medical doctor showcases his commitment to improving healthcare in rural Ecuador. Co-founding Andean Health and Development with Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, he pioneered a transformative approach by building two modern hospitals to serve communities lacking access to medical facilities. These hospitals, staffed by local professionals and financially self-sustaining, offer training through a Family Medicine residency program. Tony Hiss captures Gaus's vision and impact, making this narrative compelling for a diverse audience interested in health, development, and Latin America.

Beginning in the vast North American Boreal Forest that stretches through Canada, and roving across the continent, from the Northern Sierra to Alabama's Paint Rock Forest, from the Appalachian Trail to a ranch in Mexico, Tony Hiss sets out on a journey to take stock of the "superorganism" that is the earth: its land, its elements, its plants and animals, its greatest threats--and what we can do to keep it, and ourselves, alive

Beginning in the North American Boreal Forest that stretches through Canada, and roving across the continent from the Northern Sierra to Alabama's Paint Rock Forest to a ranch in Mexico, Hiss sets out on a journey to take stock of the "superorganism" that is the earth: its land, its elements, its occupants, its greatest threats, and what we can do to keep it, and ourselves, alive. He invites us to understand not only the scope and gravity of the problems we face in this challenge, but just why protecting half the land is the way to fix them, introducing us to the many institutions and organizations already involved in the fight. -- adapted from jacket

Exploring the transformative power of travel, this book invites readers to experience journeys in a new light. It emphasizes how each trip, whether local or global, can profoundly impact one's perspective and understanding of the world. Through engaging narratives and insights, it inspires a deeper appreciation for the adventures that await, making every journey feel unique and meaningful.

The memoir recounts the profound impact of the Cold War witch-hunts on a young boy, as he navigates the turmoil surrounding his father, Alger Hiss, who was famously accused of espionage. Through personal reflections, Tony Hiss explores the emotional and social repercussions of the accusations, detailing the family's struggles against public scrutiny and the harsh realities of that era. The narrative offers a poignant look at loyalty, truth, and the lasting effects of political persecution on family life.

Why do some places—the concourse of Grand Central Terminal or a small farm or even the corner of a skyscraper—affect us so mysteriously and yet so forcefully? What tiny changes in our everyday environments can radically alter the quality of our daily lives? The Experience of Place offers an innovative and delightfully readable proposal for new ways of planning, building, and managing our most immediate and overlooked surroundings.