Dr. Brian Beirl

"A compelling tale of self-discovery and timeless philosophy ... a life-transforming journey begins when Phillip A. Zahn, D.D.S. drops in a local book repair shop and its mysterious proprietor greets him with the words "I've been expecting you."

Dr. Brian Beirl was born and raised in Northern Wisconsin, where he shared a love of the outdoors with his father. His wide work experience has included being a ski instructor to the U.S. Merchant Marine. He has practiced dentistry for over 35 years, has been on the visiting faculty of The Pankey Institute for Advancd Dental Education for 22 years, and has earned the designation of Pankey Scholar. His many interests include reading about all subjects, writing, community theater, fly fishing, and wilderness hiking. He presently lives with his wife, Bevv, in the Tampa Bay area. Their daughter, Bre, is away at college and doesn’t call home to the empty nest nearly enough.