About the Author: This is Bob Eastman's second novel. Mr. Eastman is 83 years old and lives in Tuscon, Arizona.

About The Book: "Softly," has the truth of factual narration, autobiographically covering of 83 and plus years, the reach of fictional happenings, the spice of adventure, and the romance of loves, both found and lost. Most importantly there the promise of a hereafter when the time comes. Many a person feels a need for a strong hand on their soldier along with a world of personal strength to bolster the need for the positive answer to the dark little question, "What if I closed my eyes and there was nothing?" That we all probably have heard in the quiet of our mind, no matter how long and strong our faith has been with us, "Softly" can be there to fill the need. Relax and quietly absorb the calming effect this work can provide, and then enjoy.