The Day the World Came to Town. Jim Defede. 2002. 6 Hours. 52 minutes as Audiobook.

A Miami journalist, documents this heart-warming book about the exceptionally kind and generous rececption the stranded travelers on 39 international flights received when they were rerouted to Gander, Newfoundland on 9/11. If you need something to convince you about the inherent kindness and generosity of most of mankind, or at least most Neufies, this is the book for you. I won’t reveal all the details but this book is bound to make you feel good and positive about the future even in the face of all the contrary evidence.

Much more detailed than the much later musical Come From Away, based on the same events, it is equally uplifting and a tribute to the people of Newfoundland. A truely enjoyable read.

5/5

Thanks, Janet.

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Retired medical specialist, avid fly fisher, bridge player, curler, bicyclist and reader. Dedicated secular humanist

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