Mountains to Cross
Finding Life's Purpose in Service
The rewards of turning a life of success into one of compassion in action are worth the risk.
About Dr. Abraham George
Dr. Abraham George began his career in the Indian army as an artillery officer stationed at the Se La mountain pass on the India-China border, the highest battleground in the Himalayas at that time. Following brief military service, he moved to the United States and earned two master’s degrees and a PhD in business administration from New York University. For nearly twenty-five years, Dr. George pursued a successful entrepreneurial career before returning to India in 1995 to address deep-rooted discrimination and economic oppression faced by the country’s social underclass.
Over the years, George has championed social justice for the underprivileged in India, offering their children economic opportunities through a unique educational model. Among the initiatives he undertook in India are a school to provide high-quality education to children from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, a premier postgraduate institution aimed at fostering a free and independent press, and a rural hospital to serve the healthcare needs of fifteen villages. His pioneering work in environmental health played a pivotal role in the removal of lead from gasoline across India in April 2000, a milestone achievement in public health.
He has served on prestigious boards, including the Human Rights Watch and the International Center for Journalists, and has been honored with several awards, including the Hind Rattan. George is the author of three books on international corporate finance and two on his social work.
About the Book
Mountains to Cross is a narrative of the author’s pursuit of purpose through his transformative social contribution. George shares his remarkable life story and offers guidance on finding satisfaction and joy in helping others. More than a personal memoir, this book motivates those who want to address systemic poverty and inequality but are unsure where or how to start.
Through personal stories and lessons from his experiences, readers can develop their own understanding of what it means to lead a life of conviction and engagement. For social entrepreneurs, educators, philanthropists, policymakers, or anyone interested in grassroots change, it provides practical insights to help them achieve their goals in serving those in need.
The author offers his story not as a blueprint for service but as an invitation to consider a path of purpose through compassion. Written in a storytelling style, he shares his life experiences to provide insights into social work for those who wish to help the impoverished.
What readers will learn from Mountains to Cross
- Lessons from transitioning from a high-pressure corporate world to grassroots philanthropy.
- Practical insights on finding purpose in life through impactful actions to alleviate poverty.
- Overcoming adversity to find meaning and fulfillment in life.
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Testimonials/Praise
“Mountains to Cross is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of long-term commitment to social change. Dr. Abraham George’s story demonstrates how one person’s vision and perseverance can transform an entire community, turning generational poverty into hope and opportunity. His life’s work is a shining example of aligning business acumen with a profound dedication to social justice, yielding inspiration for leaders and citizens alike.”
“Dr. Abraham George is a very special man, with a very special vision and a very special heart, who has written a very special book.”
“Dr. George’s story proves that the greatest return on success is to spend it on others. Mountains to Cross is a deeply human memoir and a guide for anyone seeking to turn privilege into purpose. Disruption is the story of our age, but conviction is the story of Dr. George’s life. Mountains to Cross is proof that real progress rests not in what we build for ourselves, but in what we build with—and for—others.”
Cause/Mission
All author proceeds from Mountains to Cross will support Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project, the nonprofit founded and led by Dr. Abraham George. Shanti Bhavan provides free, world-class education and holistic care to children from India’s most marginalized communities, helping them break the generational cycle of poverty.
For more information, visit ShantibhavanChildren.org.
News/Media
Empathy in Action:
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Breaking Poverty forever:
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From Surviving to Serving:
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For the Next 100 Years:
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From Service to Social Change - Dr. George’s Vision for an Empowered India
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Shanti Bhavan - From Invisible to Unstoppable
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The Power of Education for Children
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Compassion in Action - Featuring Dr. Abraham George
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The 3 Pillars of Excellence in Training Our Children for Success
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From Invisible to Unstoppable: Shaping the Next Generation of Leaders
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Breaking caste discrimination with Dr. Abraham George
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Transforming over 15000 lives through free education
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Transforming over 15000 lives through free education
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I Spark Change Podcast
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Care More, Be Better: Circular Living To Benefit People and Planet. A Circle b podcast
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