All the Young Men by Ruth Coker Burks & Kevin Carr O'Leary
A true memoir of love, resilience, and quiet heroism in a time of crisis.
“All the Young Men” follows Ruth Coker Burks, a young mother in Arkansas, as she becomes a guardian angel for AIDS patients when almost no one else would help.
In the heart of the conservative South, Ruth’s simple acts of kindness—delivering meals, finding safe burials, and sitting at hospital bedsides—turned into a movement that brought dignity and hope to the forgotten. This unforgettable memoir explores the meaning of chosen family, the power of community, and the courage it takes to do the right thing, even when you stand alone.
Moments of Courage:
Ruth’s story shows how one person’s compassion can inspire a whole community—and change countless lives.
- Powerful firsthand narrative by Ruth Coker Burks
- Deep insight into LGBTQ+ history and the AIDS crisis in the American South
- Perfect for fans of human rights memoirs and true stories of hope
Who is this for?
Memoir enthusiasts, activists, LGBTQ+ allies, and anyone moved by stories of real courage.