One Life: A Father’s Observations, Perspectives and Anecdotes
µþ²âÌýAndrew Ernemann (±Ê²õ²â³¦³ó’00)
(Independent; 427 pages; 2026)
A promising ski racer’s career is shattered by a near-fatal crash, forcing a young man to reinvent himself. From the slopes of the Italian Alps to the cutthroat worlds of corporate consulting and high-stakes real estate, this is a father’s candid account of navigating failure, finding love, and building a life. Framed as a collection of lessons for his sons, it’s a story of resilience, purpose and discovering one’s true path.
One Life unfolds across several distinct and contrasting settings that mirror the author's life stages. It begins in the adrenaline-fueled world of international ski racing. This contrasts sharply with the quiet, privileged atmosphere of Ernemann's boarding school experience in New Hampshire and the idyllic, small-town mountain environment of his childhood in Aspen, Colorado. As he transitions to adulthood, the settings shift to reflect his professional journey: the corporate landscapes of Denver, Los Angeles, and the academic hub of Palo Alto (Stanford University), before ultimately returning to Aspen, where the worlds of luxury real estate and family life converge against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.