This book starts off with a young couple who are just about to finish college. The young woman finishes with her degree, and the young man gets his degree as a doctor. They both fall in love, and they have friends who also went to college with them. I will give you the main characters names. Lanell and Andre are the main characters and James and Carrie are the friends of Andre and Lanell. They all become successful and happy until one of the characters gets cancer and later dies. I do not want to tell all of the story; you must read it. I will say it starts out funny, and then it gets serious. The author of the book entitled "Schizophrenia", brings you "I Am Losing You".
“A writer without mercy . . . this book is like a wire stretched across the throat.” —Oliver Stone In an epic novel that does for Hollywood what Nashville did for Nashville, I’m Losing You follows the rich and famous and the down and out as their lives intersect in a series of coincidences that exposes the “bigger than life” ferocity of Hollywood—and proves that Bruce Wagner is a talent to be reckoned with. Wagner, author of the novel Dead Stars, examines the psychological complexities of Hollywood reality and fantasy, soaring far beyond the reaches of Robert Stone's Children of Light and Nathaniel West's The Day of the Locust.
The Gifts from Losing You is a poignant chronicle that shares a family's experience of their first year grieving the sudden loss of their only son and brother, aged 19. Written by his mother, it is a story of personal tragedy, immeasurable love, heartbreak, and sadness, coupled with gratitude, courage, and perseverance. Her reflections explore the themes of loss, shock, pain, acceptance, and eternal love. She focuses on how her family found a way to weave their grief into the fabric of their lives while opening their hearts and minds to the gifts bestow on them. She discovers that deep despair and blessing can co-exist simultaneously in grief. This unique perspective has guided them in their healing, enabling them to live alongside their heartache. From her experience as a health coach, she shares the self-care practices that enabled her to cope with her devastating reality. For anyone suffering the loss of a child or a loved one, this part memoir, part self-help book provides hope and inspiration, with insights to help you navigate your path out of the dark, toward the light.
When the challenges you've faced threaten to destroy your life, how do you find your way back to the truths you thought you believed? I Am Restored tells the untold story of how Lecrae's past nearly ruined his future--until he learned that the wounds we carry can have the potential to be unlikely guides to healing and freedom for ourselves and others. Throughout I Am Restored, Lecrae documents the shattering yet hopeful story of how he faced the scars of his past--sexual abuse, physical trauma, addiction, and depression--and emerged more fully human than ever before. With remarkable transparency and vulnerability, Lecrae reveals that at the height of his professional success, his life was spinning out of control, driven by a past that he had never confronted and a religious perspective that was incapable of meeting the challenge. I Am Restored takes an unflinching look at the personal and public spaces that are too often at the societal core of our pain and heartache--culture, politics, family, church, and more--and teaches us that forgiveness can be the birthplace of the life that God has created for us. Throughout this powerful, deeply personal account, Lecrae shares the life lessons he's learned about: Confronting the pain and trauma that has shaped your story Breaking the cycle of sin and shame and embracing joy and authenticity Finding hope and healing in the midst of chaos The simple practices that can change your mental, emotional, and spiritual health Leading a life that's bursting with creativity and true freedom I Am Restored is a hopeful, inspiring charge to start your journey to lasting healing today. No matter what your past has held, God is near you, he hears you, and he's not done writing your story.
Nina Landry is supposed to be taking her two children on holiday, away from the isolated winter bleakness of Sandling Island. But when the time comes to leave,Nina realizes that her 15-year-old daughter,Charlie, has yet to return from a night out.Minute by minute,Nina’s worst nightmare seems to be coming true.Has Charlie run away or has something more sinister happened? And why will nobody take her disappearance seriously? As day turns to night a series of half-buried secrets lead Nina from sickening suspicion to deadly certainty, and into a terrifying race to save her daughter’s life.
From 1960s London to Australia and the Bahamas, a moving, funny and inspiring story of a young woman's journey to self-determination and happiness after shattering loss. How do you rebuild your life after heartbreaking loss? It's 1963, and the world is changing. Kate Sinclair is a young mother of two small children. Married life with her dashing and successful husband, an amateur pilot, is all she had hoped it would be. The future looks bright...Until one ordinary day, a phone call with devastating news rips her world apart. But grief can be a great teacher. Desperate to feel loved again, Kate embarks on a disastrous affair which only adds to her inner turmoil. The strain on her battered soul eventually takes its toll and to compound her problems she is faced with a serious health challenge, one that will alter the course of her life. Can Kate find the courage to open her heart to love again, to reimagine her life, her dreams and her future in the wake of unbearable loss? Full of great wisdom and insight, gained from the author's own long and remarkable life, Losing You is an intensely moving, often funny story of triumph in the face of tragedy, the redemptive power of love, and of how you can find yourself in the most surprising ways.
Enter the intricate world of moral dilemmas with "The Brothers Karamazov" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. Explore Dostoyevsky's magnum opus as he delves into the depths of human morality, faith, and existential questioning. Experience the timeless masterpiece of "The Brothers Karamazov" as Dostoyevsky weaves a complex tapestry of familial conflict, spiritual turmoil, and ethical quandaries. Through rich character development and philosophical discourse, Dostoyevsky invites readers to ponder the complexities of right and wrong, belief and doubt. But amidst the moral conundrums and existential crises lies a central question: What is the nature of morality, and how do we navigate the complexities of ethical decision-making in a world rife with ambiguity and uncertainty? Are we bound by duty and tradition, or are we free to forge our own moral path? Delve into the depths of Dostoyevsky's exploration of moral dilemmas as he challenges readers to confront their own beliefs and values. With each chapter, Dostoyevsky offers profound insights into the human condition and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the masterful storytelling of "The Brothers Karamazov"? Prepare to be captivated by Dostoyevsky's rich narrative and thought-provoking themes, which continue to resonate with readers across generations. Engage with the moral dilemmas and philosophical inquiries presented in "The Brothers Karamazov." With Dostoyevsky as your guide, you'll embark on a journey of introspection and intellectual exploration unlike any other. Join Dostoyevsky on a profound exploration of moral dilemmas and existential questioning. Let the journey begin! Don't miss your chance to experience the literary masterpiece that has captivated readers for generations. Purchase your copy of "The Brothers Karamazov" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky now and embark on a profound journey of moral discovery and existential reflection. ```
This volume consists of new translations of twenty-six representative selections from the belle äpoque, the period of cultural efflorescence in late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century France. These pieces have a remarkably modern sound; the anger of Nelly Roussel, the arguments for reproductive freedom, and the case histories of prostitutes transcend time and circumstance. Chosen from newspapers, speeches, novels, political tracts, and the like, these selections portray the range of feminist response to the prevailing social situation of women?from the generally meliorist position of the Christian feminists to the radical stances of socialist and utopian feminists. The works of authors well known at the turn of the century are interspersed with stories of the lives of some of society's victims. The selections are organized thematically: education, work, prostitution and the double standard, marriage and male-female relations, maternity, and political and civil rights. In the volume introduction and in introductions to each selection, the editors place the pieces within their historical and social settings.
Just in time for Mother's Day comes a sparkling collection of stories from beloved Regency authors in which motherhood and romance go hand-in-hand. Original.
Critics believe The Brothers Karamazov is the last cry of Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This passionate philosophical novel is considered among the most powerful and influential works of world literature. The Brothers Karamazov is Dostoevsky’s deepest contemplation of human existence, which has heavily influenced the existentialist movement lead by Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus in the middle of twentieth century. A complex structure of the novel features motifs of crime, justice, and redemption through suffering that help Dostoevsky develop his major themes including the conflict between faith and doubt, the burden of free will, and the pervasiveness of moral responsibility. The author's unmatched manner of exploring psychology of his protagonists has influenced many thinkers including Sigmund Freud, who called The Brothers Karamazov ‘the most magnificent novel ever written’. Pretty illustrations by Dmitrii Rybalko provide you with new impressions from reading this legendary story.
