A Muse: The Biography and Writings of Jerry Delaney

This fascinating life story blends a moving personal history with the poems, essays, and "muses" of Jerry Delaney—a Marine, businessman, husband, and father who packed many lifetimes into his first 86 years. From troubled beginnings in San Francisco's golden age through decades of travels, triumphs, and tragedies, this story shows how a brilliant mind and unyielding perseverance can propel ordinary people to unexpected heights.