When a horrible tragedy strikes during an innocent childhood game, six year old Alexander Baker's life is changed forever. It will be many years before the outcome of that day is finally discovered - with consequences that will not only help Alexander to heal his deepest wounds, but also engage him in a process that could lead to global transformation. The Breaking of the Shell is a fascinating story of self-discovery written in a biographical style that explores themes of death, relationship, sexuality, spirituality and material wealth in ways which are sometimes surprising, often humorous...