Thirst

A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World

By: Scott Harrison, Lisa Sweetingham - contributor

Narrated by: Scott Harrison

Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

A New York Times best seller

An inspiring personal story of redemption, second chances, and the transformative power within us all, from the founder and CEO of the nonprofit charity: water.

At 28 years old, Scott Harrison had it all. A top nightclub promoter in New York City, his life was an endless cycle of drugs, booze, models - repeat. But 10 years in, desperately unhappy and morally bankrupt, he asked himself, "What would the exact opposite of my life look like?" Walking away from everything, Harrison spent the next 16 months on a hospital ship in West Africa and discovered his true calling. In 2006, with no money and less than no experience, Harrison founded charity: water. Today, his organization has raised more than $400 million to bring clean drinking water to more than 10 million people around the globe.

In Thirst, Harrison recounts the twists and turns that built charity: water into one of the most trusted and admired nonprofits in the world. Renowned for its 100 percent donation model, bold storytelling, imaginative branding, and radical commitment to transparency, charity: water has disrupted how social entrepreneurs work while inspiring millions of people to join its mission of bringing clean water to everyone on the planet within our lifetime.

In the tradition of such best-selling books as Shoe Dog and Mountains Beyond Mountains, Thirst is a riveting account of how to build a better charity, a better business, a better life - and a gritty tale that proves it’s never too late to make a change.

The author will donate 100 percent of his net proceeds from Thirst to fund charity: water projects around the world.

©2018 Scott Harrison (P)2018 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“Thirst is a story about all of us. In sharing his own remarkable journey, Scott shows us how to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, how to find hope in despair, and how simple acts of generosity can transform everything from what we believe about ourselves to how we connect with each other. In the end, Thirst is about what matters most. Love.” (Brené Brown, PhD, author of the number-one New York Times best-seller Braving the Wilderness)

“This book does for the soul what water does for a parched throat. Scott Harrison shares his extraordinary transformation from party animal into the visionary leader of one of the world’s most creative and crucial charities. His story will inspire you to think bigger, feel deeper, and give more.” (Adam Grant, New York Times best-selling author of Give and Take, Originals, and Option B with Sheryl Sandberg)

“Scott Harrison's Thirst is a hope-filled book about finding your purpose in life and pursuing it against all odds. From the many unbelievable stories Harrison shares from the field, to the moments when charity: water’s survival was in question, this book will inspire you to believe that you are more than the obstacles life has put in your path, and the world is more generous than it often seems.” (Arianna Huffington, founder of HuffPost, founder and CEO of Thrive Global)

Compassion, passion, and a noble cause

Such an amazing book, very eye opening experience. Probably one of the best books I’ve read. Amazing stories and the author was a great narrator. You can here his love and compassion for such a troubling issue we all take for granted

Redemption is available for all

Scott has done an amazing job of detailing his journey of faith/redemption.

What the Lord has done through him and his team is amazing.


I listened to the entirety of this book within 3 days . I was drawn to this story

May Lord bless you and keep
May His face continually shine upon you

Donnie

Must Listen

Another important book in our times of greed and selfishness. This book was a page turner for me, and I found myself truly jealous of all that this amazing man, his wife and all involved have done. Halfway through the book I wanted to get on an airplane and go help find water or dig a well. This is the kind of inspiration and motivation we need in our world today. Thank you to Charity Water.

Welcome inspiration

Great story, great work!! I really enjoyed this book. I laughed and I cried! Read it, I think you will enjoy!!

Encouraging and hope empowering story

Very easy listen, inspiring, and real. Amazing story of how God can use one life to work with many others to change millions.

This book moved me to action!

There had been numerous moments where I’ve cheered and cried in my car while listening to Scott. I think the Audiobook version is the more compelling way to learn about charity:water because you could hear everything in Scott’s voice, his passion, frustrations, joy, and that brings you closer to the story, and most importantly to action. I became a member of The Spring while listening to this book. This is a must-read.

Spring into Action!

If you don't join The Spring of givers that are bringing clean water to the world through Charity Water after you read this book then your 💓 has gone cold and you may need to give more than anyone.

Eye opening

I appreciate the transparency and openness of Scott’s life story. It’s very eye opening and makes you really think about the little things we take for granted. Thank you for sharing your journey.

One of my all time favorites... simply life changing!

Scott’s story of redemption and his mission to bring clean water to the world is a must to those seeking purpose and inspiration. With pure hard work and passion Scott is an example of how one person can actually change the world.

Changed my life

This book at it real impact on my life. I’m currently involved in a nonprofit and it directly affect how I see the work we do and how we can affect other people. I highly recommend this book to anyone