Atomic Pilgrim

"Atomic Pilgrim is an inspiring memoir about courageous actions taken for peace and a world free of nuclear weapons. While Thomas's intense internal battles rocket from hope to despair, both parts of the book reflect his faith in God and belief in the basic goodness of human beings."   ~Kristine Morris, Foreword Reviews

"Atomic Pilgrim is both a journey of public witness but also one of examination of the soul.... Inspiring - Informative - Impactful."  ~Charlene Howard, Executive Director, Pax Christi USA

"Atomic Pilgrim is an inspiring memoir that raises important questions for today about the human costs of nuclear weapons."  ~Cynthia C. Kelly, President of the Atomic Heritage Foundation

"Thomas's messages on the importance of faith, reflection, persistence, and acceptance, and his vivid description of the struggles and rewards of fighting for truth and justice will inspire readers, and hopefully encourage at least some to live a life of service and walk a similar path for peace."   ~Stephen I. Schwartz, editor and co-author of Atomic Audit: The Costs and Consequences of U.S. Nuclear Weapons Since 1940

"Jim Thomas is a peacemaking miracle. He walks a way of peace that can turn humanity from extinction to life. Read him and believe in miracles for us all."  ~James Douglass, author of JFK and the Unspeakable

"A passionate memoir by an anti-nuclear activist and committed patriot."   ~Gregg Herken, author of Brotherhood of the Bomb: The Tangled Lives and Loyalties of Robert Oppenheimer, Ernest Lawrence, and Edward Teller

"Atomic Pilgrim tells the remarkable story of a life lived in the service of nuclear disarmament. Spanning thousands of miles and decades of research and advocacy, Jim Thomas's message is at once hopeful and haunting: Peace is more than a dream. It is a necessity."   ~Shannon Cram, PhD, author of Unmaking the Bomb: Environmental Cleanup and the Politics of Impossibility

"During these chaotic times, when we so desperately need to identify our heroes, this book will give you new and important perspectives."   ~Teri Hein, author of Atomic Farmgirl: Growing Up Right in the Wrong Place

"This is a wonderful hope-inspiring book! A tonic for sagging spirits in these dark days."  ~Shelley Douglass, co-founder of the Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action