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A Thousand Naked Strangers: A Paramedic'S Wild Ride To The Edge And Back
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A Former Paramedics Visceral, Poignant, And Mordantly Funny Account Of A Decade Spent On Atlantas Mean Streets Saving Lives And Connecting With The Drama And Occasional Beauty That Lies Inside Catastrophe.In The Aftermath Of 9/11 Kevin Hazzard Felt That Something Was Missing From His Lifehis Days Were Too Safe, Too Routine. A Failed Salesman Turned Local Reporter, He Wanted To Test Himself, See How He Might Respond To Pressure And Danger. He Signed Up For Emergency Medical Training And Became, At Age Twentysix, A Newly Minted Emt Running Calls In The Worst Sections Of Atlanta. His Life Entered A Different Realmone Of Blood, Violence, And Amazing Grace.Thoroughly Intimidated At First And Frequently Terrified, He Experienced On A Nightly Basis The Adrenaline Rush Of Walking Into Chaos. But In His Downtime, Kevin Reflected On How Peoples Facades Drop Away When Catastrophe Strikes. As His Hours On The Job Piled Up, He Realized He Was Beginning To See Into The Truth Of Things. There Is No Pretense Five Beats Into A Chest Compression, Or In An Alley Next To A Crack Den, Or On A Dimly Lit Highway Where Cars Have Collided. Eventually, What Had At First Seemed Impossible Happened: Kevin Acquired Mastery. And In The Process He Was Able To Discern The Professional Differences Between His Freewheeling Peers, What Marked Eachas He Termed Themas A Tourist, True Believer, Or Killer.Combining Indelible Scenes That Remind Us Of Lifes Fragile Beauty With Laughoutloud Moments That Keep Us Smiling Through The Worst, A Thousand Naked Strangers Is An Absorbing Read About One Mans Journey Of Selfdiscoverya Trip That Also Teaches Us About Ourselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' about? A: 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' is a memoir by Kevin Hazzard, detailing his experiences as a paramedic in Atlanta. It explores the challenges and emotional realities of emergency medical services, highlighting the beauty and chaos of life-saving situations.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' is Kevin Hazzard, a former paramedic who shares his insights and experiences from a decade spent in emergency medical services.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' has a total of 288 pages, providing an in-depth look at the author's journey and the stories he encountered.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' is a hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' published? A: 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' was published on January 5, 2016.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: While 'A Thousand Naked Strangers' contains humor and poignant moments, it also discusses intense subjects related to emergency medical scenarios, making it more suitable for mature readers.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of life, death, human connection, and self-discovery, as well as the realities faced by paramedics during emergencies.
- Q: Is there any particular audience that would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in memoirs, medical stories, or those looking for a blend of humor and serious reflections on life and emergency services would likely enjoy this book.
- Q: Does the book provide any insights into the life of a paramedic? A: Yes, the book offers a firsthand perspective on the life of a paramedic, shedding light on the challenges, adrenaline, and emotional toll of working in emergency medical services.
- Q: What can readers expect from Kevin Hazzard's writing style? A: Readers can expect a visceral and engaging writing style from Kevin Hazzard, combining humor with poignant reflections on life and the human experience during emergencies.