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When Walls Become Bridges: A Journey of Discovery to Heal and Conquer Hatred
When Walls Become Bridges: A Journey of Discovery to Heal and Conquer Hatred
When Walls Become Bridges: A Journey of Discovery to Heal and Conquer Hatred
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In a time when divisions kept much of the world apart, this narrative begins with a true account of a Jewish man in the heart of the Cold War. On a spontaneous trip to East Berlin, Stuart Lewis meets a man named Frank who lived within the confines of the Communist Soviet system.

When Stuart returns to Canada their unexpected relationship flourishes. Through an exchange of private letters their intimate journey endures as they learn how to navigate through a hostile world of political uncertainty.

From here we observe the divisions between the East and the West, which are disturbingly similar to the realities of today. We can come to see the walls wedged between our personal relationships - our family, our loved ones, our enemies and allies. We can choose personal connection over superstition, ritual and conformity. The separation of the world exists not only amongst the people, but within ourselves.

What can we do when hostilities exist among nations? What happens when a young man struggles with isolation between himself and his estranged father? We can choose love over hate. We can decide to see others as human as opposed to Communist, Jew, Muslim, Palestinian.

How can we accomplish this? It begins with individual connection. We can build a bridge. This does not mean we agree with every concept or even conform to ritual. But we can learn that "the enemy" is relative. It depends on which side of the border you're looking from.

A timeless need, Stuart Lewis' search for truth dissolves borders. His honest and down-to-earth account is relevant in a world expressing its deepest nightmares. Proving that despite fear, judgment, and the looming angst of terror, seeing and connecting with each other as human beings trumps all.

LanguageEnglish
PublisherStuart Lewis
Release dateOct 16, 2017
ISBN9781370082216
When Walls Become Bridges: A Journey of Discovery to Heal and Conquer Hatred
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Stuart Lewis

Stuart Lewis, businessman and writer, lives in Toronto, Canada. His thirst for learning and adventure took him behind the Berlin Wall of East Germany in the spring of 1983—a journey that led to a profound philosophical introspection and (life) transformations decades later. That life began as a secular Jew and evolved to religious observance and ensuing struggles. Ultimately, he allowed the world to become a part of him and he was ready for anything. Stuart hopes this work will prompt others to ponder their own predispositions and ultimately bring down walls in their own lives. His first book, When Walls Become Bridges is his compelling and thought provoking story.

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