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You Bet Your Life: How I Survived Jim Crow Racism, Hurricane Chasing, and Gambling

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You Bet Your Life: How I Survived Jim Crow Racism, Hurricane Chasing, and Gambling

The inspiring true story of a popular national broadcaster who thought he had it allâ€”until he lost it.

Growing up poor and black in the rigidly segregated South, Spencer Christian relied on his familyâ€™s solid work ethic, commitment to education, and Christian faith to carve a path to success and national visibility. As weatherman and co-host for ABCâ€™s Good Morning America, he thought he had everythingâ€”a loving wife and children, a beautiful home, and a rewarding and remarkable career.

Yet, he was living a double life. For nearly 30 years, he was a compulsive gambler. By the time he found the courage to confront his dependence, he had lost millions, his home, his jobâ€”and most importantâ€”his family.

You Bet Your Life tells the roller-coaster story of Christianâ€™s rise to success and crash to rock bottom. It also details his rebounding, rebuilding, and recovering of hope and happiness. This gripping and transparent tale will amuse, shock, and inspire.
Country USA
Brand Post Hill Press
Manufacturer Post Hill Press
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781682616390
ReleaseDate 2018-05-08
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781682616390

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