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"When as a young man Pat Conrad gave up a good job and left the United States in search of greener pastures in Australia, he didn't know what he would find--or even if he would come back at all. During the next thirteen months, his freewheeling spirit and thirst for adventure brought him in contact with a parade of unforgettable characters. With refreshing honesty and a keen wit, Same Red Dirt recounts Pat's experiences working at Sydney's infamous Callan Park Mental Hospital, where he spent time among some of the world's most criminally insane; his escape to the sandy beaches near Sydney; his hair-raising experiences down the red dirt roads of Australia's rugged Outback; and his series of unusual jobs as he made his way throughout the country. In this ""R-rated Christian memoir,"" Pat shares how his bad choices along the way, and his desire to fill a hole in his heart, led to a major change in his life."

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Leslie Jones 5.0 out of 5 stars, Readers' Favorites Explore this brutally honest account filled with daring exploits, memorable characters, and thought provoking life lessons...Same Red Dirt by Pat Conrad will make you want to give up the daily grind of your 9-5 routine and embark on your own adventure...A thoroughly well written and candid book. Jane Finch 5.0 out of 5 stars, Readers' Favorites ...Pat Conrad tells his story with deadpan humour in that the bizarre situations he found himself in could almost be an expected part of his everyday life... Pat...ultimately realises that what he is seeking is not in another country or another culture, but in his heart and spirit... Well written with wry humour... Jack Magnus 5.0 out of 5 stars, Readers' Favorites I've always been fascinated by the Land Down Under and had a grand time experiencing this through Conrad's eyes. Same Red Dirt: A Comical Memoir is highly recommended. Anne-Marie Reynolds 5.0 out of 5 stars, Readers' Favorites ...there aren't that many people who have the guts to throw in the towel and set off on an adventure...This is a highly amusing and moving tale of his [Pat Conrad's] experiences along his journey as he tries to find himself...Thanks for inviting us along on the ride. I thoroughly enjoyed it! Elizabeth B. 5.0 out of 5 stars, Goodreads customer Pat, I really enjoyed reading your adventure and your path to Jesus Christ. The excitement leading to the next story never stops. Couldn't stop reading...Well told memoir. Andrew 5.0 out of 5 stars, Amazon customer A real account of life without all the candy coating. It is an exciting journey that makes you feel like you are right there! The truth and honesty also give a message of hope to anyone who is searching to fill that hole in their life. A great read! Gary Phillips 5.0 out of 5 stars, Amazon customer When I started reading Same Red Dirt, I did not want to put it down. I was drawn into the story ...the characters Pat writes about grabbed my attention and wouldn't let go. In fact, I read the book twice... I definitely recommend this book... Vicki (Joseph) Fab 4.0 out of 5 stars, Amazon Customer So much truth pours out from the author's real life situations while he is trying to find himself. Interesting to see how his perspective changes as he matures and finds a belief that helps him navigate a sometimes problematic world. It was a fun journey, going along with him for the ride.

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