Get a Life

This autobiography of John L. Bates
depicts his life experiences from the 1930s
to the early twenty-first century. It is intended primarily
for his descendants who may be interested in the
trials, failures, aspirations, and successes of their
ancestor. It may also be of interest to those who
recognise that reward is not a right, but the
result of dedication and effort.

It will describe the foundation and subsequent
personal development that his life at sea, family
responsibilities and struggles in political
manoeuvring to reach business recognition
and success all led to the creation and
development of his own successful
corporate identity.