In a memoir rich with human drama, hard-earned wisdom and enduring life lessons, Ed Hajim recounts the astonishing journey of his life. Kidnapped by his father at the age of three, he drifted through foster homes and orphanages, facing instability and hardship while struggling simply to survive. Despite rejection and deep family trauma, he refused to be defined by deprivation and adversity. Through resilience, discipline and unwavering determination, he rose to achieve the American dream, becoming a successful Wall Street executive, devoted family man and generous philanthropist. Through the Hajim Family Foundation, he has made generous donations to organizations that promote education, health care, arts, culture and conservation and in 2015 he received the Horatio Alger Award given to Americans who exemplify the values of initiative, leadership and commitment to excellence and who have succeeded despite personal adversity.