"The Bulk Challenge Experience" is a story of a dreadful journey and near catastrophe on a leaking ship, during the fracas of the Liberian Civil War in 1996. Bound for Ghana, the 1500-capacity fishing vessel was over-loaded with nearly 4000 passengers and several tons of cargo. The anticipated 3 days journey turned to 10 unforgettable and miserable days on the Atlantic Ocean, with no food, water or medication. How did the passengers make it? The author tells of his personal experience on this voyage and the lessons learned despite the challenges faced. It is a story of how a people can turn destitution into determination, and fear into strength. It tells of the will power, resilience and survival skills that surface amidst indifference and divisiveness. Written in a plain, simple and understanding style for all levels of readers, it is filled with factual historical insights that open the reader's mind to some of the dark moments of the Liberian Civil War, and shows the complexities, yet caring nature of the Liberian people.

Author: I. Ezax Smith
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Tablo Pty Ltd
Published: 02/11/2022
Pages: 212
Weight: 0.6lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9781922381880

About the Author
Smith, Ezax I.: - Ezax Smith is a native of Liberia, West Africa, and author of "Pillars of Life". He holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Economics and Accounting from the University of Liberia, and a Master of Science (MS) degree in Non Profit Management, from Eastern University, Pennsylvania. He also completed graduate studies in Education at the Coppin State College in Baltimore, Maryland. Ezax is a former high school teacher with the Baltimore City Public School System and former Adjunct faculty at the Baltimore City Community College (BCCC). Currently, he is the Training Coordinator at the Institute of Professional Practice, Inc. (IPPI)/Mid Atlantic Human Services Corp. He has received several awards including the 2006 Educational Service Award, from the Maryland State Department of Pretrial and Correctional Services; the 2011 Mayor's Award for Exemplary Leadership in Baltimore, and the 2013 recognition for leadership in Education by Liberian Awards, Inc. He is a Christian, married to Madia Bengue-Smith, and their union is blessed with four children and four lovely grandchildren.