Nine Lives and Counting: A Memoir of Adventure, Self-Discovery and Bouncing Back

A striking memoir about a man overcoming a difficult youth to discover adventure and danger abroad. He got a lot more than he bargained for. In the end, John P. Culnane's life exceeded his wildest expectations. Follow the extraordinary true story of US Army veteran, world traveler, and man of the world John P. Culnane, in a compelling and occasionally harrowing tale of survival and grit. Over the course of an eclectic career that included jobs ranging from soldier to journalist to businessman, he faced down things nobody should experience: abuse, suicide, murder, business collapse - even cancer. His hard-won wisdom, earned in the dangerous streets of war-torn Vietnam, 1960s Los Angeles, and Miami, helped him navigate challenge after challenge until he found a life of success, travel, and love. His memoir is a gripping tale filled with fascinating details, humor, and the sometimes shocking realities of war, poverty, and the struggle to succeed. John P. Culnane is a survivor, and his story is a remarkable testament to his tenacity, his courage, and his love of life. Nine Lives and Counting is a story of adventure, self-discovery, and personal growth.