The Boy asks and the Lake Replied

Making of a Man is the heartwarming story of a man who is unable to deal with a deep tragedy in his life. He runs away to forget on the advice of his doctor, and in doing so he sets off a whole chain of events that change a small southern town forever. The main character is a hard-working, no-nonsense kind of guy with a soft heart and an iron will. Through his perseverance, he is able to overcome obstacles that would stop most men in their tracks. Through his work lives are changed irrevocably, for the better.


Goodwin's straight-forward writing style captures the innocence and simplicity of days gone by. We marvel at his hero's cleverness in shaping events so that a positive outcome is assured. We follow not only his story but also the story of a young boy whose life is forever changed by his friendship with our hero. This boy gains the confidence to conquer his poor upbringing and becomes a successful politician and ultimately a state senator. This is a story that you will want to read in one sitting and your heart will sing for days after you've finished!