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Gas Money
Gas Money is a heartwarming, honest narrative that shows how the everyday people we come in contact with can shape our lives forever. Packed with much humor, lots of inspiration and occasional sadness, the collection of true stories captures the perspective and imagination of a six-year-old black boy growing up in 1960s Virginia and his soul-searching journey over the next five decades.
- GenresContemporaryMemoir
394 pages, Paperback
First published July 1, 2015
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Troy Lewis
1 book25 followersTroy Lewis is the author of the book Gas Money.
Troy and his book, Gas Money, have been featured on C-SPAN Book TV, Steve Adubato's One-on-One PBS TV program, radio, various newspapers and a review in The Huffington Post. In addition, Gas Money has received a positive review and coverage in Publishers Weekly.
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Since the launch of his Gas Money book, Troy has had numerous public appearances and speaking engagements. He is a dynamic speaker who shares his inspirational stories with schools, libraries, fund-raisers and book clubs.
Troy was born and raised in the tiny town of Saluda, Virginia (where the population has doubled to 769 since his departure in 1974). He currently resides in New Jersey and enjoys writing. Gas Money is his first foray into the literary world.
Troy and his book, Gas Money, have been featured on C-SPAN Book TV, Steve Adubato's One-on-One PBS TV program, radio, various newspapers and a review in The Huffington Post. In addition, Gas Money has received a positive review and coverage in Publishers Weekly.
Click on this link to view a lively summary of Gas Money Highlights
Gas Money garners 5-Stars from Readers on Amazon.com. Click on this link to see what they're saying.
Since the launch of his Gas Money book, Troy has had numerous public appearances and speaking engagements. He is a dynamic speaker who shares his inspirational stories with schools, libraries, fund-raisers and book clubs.
Troy was born and raised in the tiny town of Saluda, Virginia (where the population has doubled to 769 since his departure in 1974). He currently resides in New Jersey and enjoys writing. Gas Money is his first foray into the literary world.
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June 17, 2016
I found this memoir thought provoking and an intriguing glimpse back into the history of the 1960s. The author came across as likeable and relatable. I enjoyed the positive tone of the narrative, even as the author was telling not so happy tales.
I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. Thank you.
I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. Thank you.
March 20, 2016
Gas Money by Troy Lewis
This is the memoir of Troy Lewis growing up in the 1960's in Virginia to a very young Mother and Father. He starts off as a six year old black boy in the South and continues (the story) into his fifties. His life at times was not easy, he faces many obstacles throughout his life. We get to meet his family through his short stories and lovely photos. He tells how he did a lot of soul searching, and the lessons he learned down his road of life.
I loved Mr. Lewis' writing style, he tells his story as the memories come. Not necessarily in chronological order. I liked this a lot. Is shows originality, which is one thing I loved about this story. The photos were lovely and gave me the feel as if I were part of his family. There were so many emotions flowing off every page; happiness, sadness, laughter and love. Overall I found Gas Money and enjoyable, heart-felt read. I hope read to read more from Troy Lewis. I highly recommend to all.
This is the memoir of Troy Lewis growing up in the 1960's in Virginia to a very young Mother and Father. He starts off as a six year old black boy in the South and continues (the story) into his fifties. His life at times was not easy, he faces many obstacles throughout his life. We get to meet his family through his short stories and lovely photos. He tells how he did a lot of soul searching, and the lessons he learned down his road of life.
I loved Mr. Lewis' writing style, he tells his story as the memories come. Not necessarily in chronological order. I liked this a lot. Is shows originality, which is one thing I loved about this story. The photos were lovely and gave me the feel as if I were part of his family. There were so many emotions flowing off every page; happiness, sadness, laughter and love. Overall I found Gas Money and enjoyable, heart-felt read. I hope read to read more from Troy Lewis. I highly recommend to all.
March 31, 2016
By chance...last fall I googled an old military mentor and found him on LinkedIn promoting his book-Gas Money. I was elated! I have to say....at the beginning I knew I was going to love it but didn't know whether it would translate to people who don't know and love him. However what he did with this is absolute genius! His raw, innocence and honesty shine through. How generous of him to share his journey and struggles with the rest of us. As a bystander of this story for about 7 years, I am somewhat saddened to know that the very well respected leader and friend was having such a struggle and that those of us who knew and loved his humor and insightful perspective...and would have done anything to help him...had no clue of his strife. Smile at others...bring them up...tell them how much you appreciate them every chance you get! Read this book! You will thank me later!!
November 20, 2019
Deep on so many levels
You'll experience great writing, a look at history, many laughs, and some tears reading this. 5+ stars. It is a journey in the truest sense.
You'll experience great writing, a look at history, many laughs, and some tears reading this. 5+ stars. It is a journey in the truest sense.
December 28, 2020
Read this 3 years ago and found my self laughing as many of the stories reminded me of my youth in nearby upper east Tennessee. Also experienced moments of sadness as Troy went through unfortunate situations.
January 11, 2020
I received this as a Goodreads Giveaway, but unfortunately I was not able to finish it. I don't think it was what I was expecting it to be when I entered the giveaway.
January 31, 2016
This is a memoire set out as a series of short stories, as though the author were telling you tales from his life, not in chronological order, just as they occur to him as though in casual conversation.
The oldest child of a child bride who was responsible far before her time he speaks about the people you meet in life who give you "gas money", i.e. hints about how to get on in life, how you should react, or just a push in the right direction. Funny by spells and touching by spells.
The oldest child of a child bride who was responsible far before her time he speaks about the people you meet in life who give you "gas money", i.e. hints about how to get on in life, how you should react, or just a push in the right direction. Funny by spells and touching by spells.
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March 27, 2016I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. It is autographed.
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