John Watson Book

John Watson Srangers Sojourn Split Book Cover

I am a big fan of Woody Guthrie’s book, “Bound for Glory” written in 1943, which had a movie version of the book, with David Carradine portraying Woody during the dust bowl era.

The main part of my book, Stranger’s Sojourn, is an adventure taking place in 1975 during my six month travels across Canada, down the west coast of the U.S.A., hitchhiking all the way, and taking a freight train across the desert from Beaumont, California, to El Paso, Texas. Then I headed down through Mexico and finally Guatemala, where I was two years previously. I came across many fascinating people with their stories and anecdotes.

I also deal with my past, growing up with the environment of domestic violence and drug and alcohol addiction, and how I have been able to turn my life around.

I talk about my passion for music and poetry, and how my creative outlets sheltered me from my destructive lifestyle.
In the epilogue, I express my views on Native culture, and how my Native spirit guide has enriched my life.

Lastly, I deal with my relationship with my mother, who was the greatest inspiration and love in my life.

“The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why.”

– Mark Twain

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