I Am Human Too: 14 Unexpected Lessons from the Wisdom of Homeless People

by Sarah Murphree

We often see people living on the street, but rarely do we stop to ask how they got there, or what their lives are truly like.

In I Am Human Too, author Sarah Murphree confronted that silence as a college student. Motivated by personal experiences within her own family, she sets out to understand the real causes of homelessness, beyond the stereotypes. Partnering with Knoxville's leading street paper, she spends two years interviewing individuals living without shelter, listening to their stories with compassion, consistency, and care.

The result is a compelling portrait of fourteen people whose lives defy assumptions. These stories reveal not only hardship, but humor, resilience, and depth. Backed by thoughtful research and grounded observation, I Am Human Too challenges readers to rethink what it means to help, and to see the person before the circumstance.

This is not a book about homelessness. It's a book about humanity.

312 pages, Paperback

Published October 15, 2025

Reviews

[Bruce Cashbaugh]

Great insights into real people. An excellent book concept, and while I can quibble with the lack of editing, the heart with which this book was written is beautiful. 14 real-life stories well worth your money and time and heart.