Fate or Providence

Fate or Providence: A Journey of a Country Lad

Summarizes the experiences of Dr. Stevel Beckford, who, although hailed from a low socioeconomic background, managed to face extreme difficulties, financial needs, and challenges and overcome them. This book introduces some important individuals in his life; some have passed on, but their memories still linger with Stevel. They have all helped to motivate and provide guidance toward his upward mobility and have affirmed him in society.

This book is written primarily with the teenagers and young adults in mind to encourage them. Some of them are facing many different types of challenges that are serving as barriers to their success. The book should stimulate them into thinking that although the odds are evident, if they forge ahead with perseverance, they can achieve the success they desire or deserve.