People are often surprised when they learn of the worldwide adventures of Michael J. Hawron-not just because of the extent of his travels or the remarkable experiences he's had, but because he's made a life with his family in the small town of New Boston, Texas.
Putting down roots in a town thousands of miles away from the people you know can be as harrowing as immigrating to an entirely new country, but the right house, in the right town, with the right people can make all the difference in the world.
After settling in New Boston during an unplanned detour, Hawron has learned that though life in rural Texas is often quiet and serene, that doesn't mean that it's boring. The history of the region, the values, the people in the community, and the rich genealogical and political heritage in the area make for many interesting tales about Hawron's idyllic corner of paradise.
After chronicling his intercontinental adventures in his last book, Entertaining Detours, Hawron was determined to capture the nostalgic charm of his late-found hometown, and The Little Town with the Big Heart was born.
About the Author: Over the course of thirty years, Michael J. Hawron has had adventures in thirty countries on five continents. His decades of world travel were the product of a long break from his formal studies in electrical engineering and behavioral sciences at MIT. He finally completed his MA in higher education and adult learning at Texas A&M University.
He has been attacked by baboons, survived natural disasters, and met a number of colorful characters all over the globe. His first book, Entertaining Detours, is an insightful and humorous look at his adventures-and misadventures-along the way.
Hawron and his wife, Annette, live on a small farm in New Boston, Texas, the setting and source of the stories contained in The Little Town with the Big Heart. Hawron is the father of twelve children and grandfather to fifteen.
