With the advent of the virus pandemic in late 2019, the world underwent a seismic shift that extended beyond public health concerns, profoundly affecting human emotions and mental states. Among its numerous consequences, the amplification of loneliness and isolation, particularly among young individuals, emerged as a significant challenge. Prior to the pandemic, youth loneliness was already a pressing issue, and the crisis magnified this problem. This book gives hope and practical solutions by finding the power of community.
Jack Eason lived in New Zealand for forty-two years until 2000 when he returned to his birthplace in England. As far as he is concerned he will always consider himself to be a Kiwi. After military service in the 1960's, he travelled the world, visiting exotic lands and making many friends. Now retired,he is content to write and travel via the Internet. Besides writing novels and short stories. Some of his short stories and numerous articles appear in the No: 1 online E-zine “Angie’s DIARY”. His literary interests include science fiction, history, both ancient and modern, and humorous tales like those written by his fellow writer Derek Haines, such as “HAL”. He lives in retirement in his home town surrounded by his favourite books, ranging from historical fact to science fiction. His literary icons are J.R.R Tolkien, George Orwell, Arthur C Clarke and John Wyndham.