Foreword & Acknowledgement
Introduction
Chapter 1 A Shattered Life
Chapter 2 Barnett
Chapter 3 The Move West
Chapter 4 Paralysis
Chapter 5 Wild Oats and the Victory Bell
Chapter 6 Marriage and Berkeley
Chapter 7 Law School and the Loss of a Loved One
Chapter 8 Determination
Chapter 9 Success as a Prosecutor Marred by Family Addictions
Chapter 10 Private Practice and Public Life
Chapter 11 Divorce and Its Aftermath
Chapter 12 Pain and Hurt
Chapter 13 Elective Office
Chapter 14 Ronald Reagan and the Next Election
Chapter 15 Legislative Life
Chapter 16 The Red Baron
Chapter 17 “Climbing” to the Summit
Chapter 18 George Moscone
Chapter 19 Jimmy Carter
Chapter 20 The Third Term
Chapter 21 Turkey and Greece
Chapter 22 Pushing the Limits
Chapter 23 Decision to Run for Attorney General
Chapter 24 The Campaign for Attorney General
Chapter 25 Reflections on Public Service
Chapter 26 Letters to a Son
Chapter 27 Return to Private Life
Chapter 28 Lake Tahoe: Back to Nature, Back to God
Chapter 29 The Sacramento Kings and the NBA
Chapter 30 The Sherman Anti-Trust Act
Chapter 31 Ross Perot
Chapter 32 From Chaos to Order
Chapter 33 The Light of My Life
Chapter 34 “The Rest and Be Thankful” and Fire
Chapter 35 “The Troubles,” Costa Rica, and Worms
Chapter 36 China
Chapter 37 A Fisherman and the Albatross
Chapter 38 Nelson Mandela & South Africa
Chapter 39 Recovering At North Shore
Chapter 40 Lives of Quiet Desperation
Chapter 41 Being Alive at 55
Chapter 42 Extreme Adventure (More Sports; More Injuries)
Chapter 43 Black Diamonds
Chapter 44 Mt. Everest
Chapter 45 Pakistan, the Taliban and Paco Tech
Chapter 46 Turkmenistan
Chapter 47 A Setback
Chapter 48 Geneva and the Unraveling of a Long Marriage
Chapter 49 The Snake Pit
Chapter 50 Tragedies in the 21st Century
Chapter 51 Divorce - Again!
Chapter 52 A House of Cards
Chapter 53 Aftermath of an Aneurysm and Stroke
Chapter 54 Spartacus
Chapter 55 Death of a Father
Chapter 56 The Flume Trail
Chapter 57 Nicaragua
Chapter 58 READ and a “Pistol of a Lady”
Epilogue – Blessings
About the Author
Index
“Back to the Summit” records the amazing story of Omer Rains, a
person who in spite of having to overcome one challenge after
another during his lifetime, has left us with a legacy of
legislative and humanitarian achievements that few of his
generation can match. I got to know Omer particularly well during
the 2000 Presidential Campaign when I was the nominee of the
Natural Law Party, the Reform Party and, in New York, of the
Independence Party. Little did I know then that he would face his
greatest challenge of all less than two years later when death
stared him in the face. But fighter that he is, once again he rose
to the occasion and today continues to leave his mark helping
others both here at home and throughout the developing world. We
can all learn profound lessons from this book.
-Dr. John Hagelin
Internationally Renowned Particle Physicist
3-Time Candidate for President of the U.S. National Director,
Transcendental Meditation Program President, Global Union of
Scientists for Peace Author, “Manual for a Perfect Government”“Back
to the Summit” illustrates how in America one can still overcome
great obstacles given enough will power, determination, and
tenacity. The way in which Omer Rains overcame a paralyzing near
death experience is as inspirational as any story can be.”
-John C. Malone
Chairman, Liberty Media Chairman, Liberty Global Inc. CEO,
Discovery Holding Company Former Pres. & CEO, Tele-Communications
Inc. (TCI)I first met Omer Rains on Mount Everest in 1995. At age
55, he was remarkably fit. Seven years later, while seemingly still
active and fit, Omer was unexpectedly struck down by a ruptured
brain aneurysm and stroke. Only through a series of miracles and
intense personal willpower was he able to survive and later
recover. I am Nepalese—a Sherpa—and Omer’s inspirational and heroic
story of recovery is a moving one both in my native land of Nepal
and in other countries where he does untold humanitarian work.
Today, Omer retains his ties to Nepal through frequent visitations
as Chairman of READ which built the library in which I received my
own education, including my ability to read and write in English.
He is one of my heroes. This book is a must read for anyone with a
loved one who has ever suffered a near death experience.
-Kaji Sherpa
Former Holder of World Record Fastest Ascent of Mount EverestOmer
Rains was a law student of mine many, many years back. Little did I
know then the life challenges he had already overcome in order to
even attend – much less excel – in college. It was a bit ironic
when later, as Chancellor of the University of California
(Berkeley) and in a classic reversal of roles, I would annually
visit Omer in his capacity as a California State Senator on behalf
of the University. Omer’s story, told in “Back to the Summit,” is
not just the inspirational story of how he survived a near fatal
brain aneurysm, but of his humanitarian efforts to help others
around the world to acquire literacy and, thus, education. This
book truly speaks to a life well led.
-Ira Michael Heyman
Emeritus Professor of Law, University of California (Berkeley)
Former Chancellor, University of California (Berkeley) Former
Secretary, Smithsonian Institution (Washington, D.C.)Reading “Back
to the Summit” causes me to feel good about my own life and my
chosen profession of medicine. However, it also tells a story of
powers beyond medicine. As the primary treating physician after
Omer Rains initially survived a brain aneurysm and stroke, I can
attest to the fact that there is no adequate medical explanation
for him being alive today and for the remarkable recovery he made.
This book should be an inspiration for anyone who has ever
suffered, or may in the future suffer, a life threatening
challenge.
-Dr. David Dozier (ret.)
Chief Treating Neurologist of Omer RainsOmer Rains was one of my
prized patients. My specialty is in working with people who have
suffered a stroke and/or a brain injury, as was the case with Omer.
His book “Back to the Summit” chronicles how someone with
sufficient inner-strength, determination and resolve can recover
from a paralytic state to the point that today he leads more than a
full and complete life, primarily in the service of others. I’m
pleased to have been able to play a role in his recovery process.
But the person who deserves most of the credit is Omer himself.
“Back to the Summit” is an inspiring book about an inspiring
person. If you’ve ever been faced with a physical challenge, read
this book. It may help you find your own pathway to recovery.
-Waleed Al-Oboudi, MOT, OTR/L Internationally acclaimed in field of
occupational therapy and rehabilitation Occupational Therapy
Professional of the Year Originator of Neuro-Integrative Functional
Rehabilitation and Habitation (NEURO-IFRAH)The recovery of Omer
Rains from a near death experience, and the way in which it was
accomplished by drawing on prior life experiences, is an amazing
story. One of the very early environmental leaders in the U.S.,
today Omer takes his message throughout the world. I have had the
pleasure of working with READ Global, of which Omer serves as
Chairman of the International Board. That Omer can today do the
work he does in multiple countries, often in challenging
conditions, is a testament to his drive to help those less
advantaged than those of us in the developed world. To read “Back
to the Summit” is to be truly inspired.
-Gunter Pauli
Founder, Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives (ZERI) Author of
16 books, including “The Blue Economy”Omer Rains met my brother,
Bill, in the Amazon over 25 years ago, and I have known him almost
as long. Every step of Omer’s life has been a testament to his
fortitude and to his determination to make a difference. We can all
learn much from “Back to the Summit,” a book that tells the story
of a man who thinks, breathes and lives life to the fullest. As an
actor, writer and producer, I can attest that even here in
Hollywood, the entertainment capital of the world, it would be
difficult to write a more inspiring script.
-Deborah Raffin
Actor; writer; producer“Back to the Summit” is a riveting read. How
Omer Rains came back from a near death experience and dedicated his
life to helping others undeniably has a powerful spiritual
undertone. Raised in a spiritual setting in the 1940s, it is my
belief that Omer’s early religious surroundings played a major role
in his amazing recovery. As one of his doctors told him: “The only
explanation for the recovery you’ve made is that The Creator is not
finished with you yet.” That explanation resonates with me, and
perhaps speaks in large measure to the way in which Omer today
selflessly helps people in need here at home and in many other
parts of the world.
-Rev. Ernest Chu
Director, The Soul Currency Institute Best Selling Author, “Soul
Currency”Omer Rains, Chairman of READ Global, is dedicated to
promoting literacy and creating jobs in rural and remote parts of
the developing world. It is only because of Omer that in my own
village of Ullon, West Bengal, India that we now have the “Oceanic
Library.” Indeed, the Oceanic Library is a tribute to a person who
survived a near-death experience and is now renown in the
developing world for his work to help impoverished villages where
few people know how to read or write. He is truly helping to change
the world. “Back to the Summit” tells how Omer was inspired to
commit his life to such humanitarian efforts.
-Kapilanda Mondal
CEO & Secretary, VSSU (Ullon, India)
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