My Most Unforgettable Character

From Reader's Digest magazine's popular series, "The Most Unforgettable Character I Ever Met" comes a collection of stories about people who made a big impact on the lives of these contributors. Each individual shares something in common: They struck home in the memory of the storyteller. These figures enriched lives through humor, wisdom, adventure, and affection, possessing a unique regard for humanity, each a gem reflecting its own light. The compilation includes:

"A Life to Tell" by Lowell Thomas
"The Brain & I" by Jackie Robinson
"Lady Chimney Sweep" by Rumer Godden
"Rare Benchley" by Marc Connelly
"To the Gates of Troy" by Andromache Schliemann Melas
"Cole Porter" by George Eells
"Old-Timer" by Alex Haley