A poet and an essayist, John Daniel weaves graceful meditations on the nature of memory, identity, aging, and the tenacity of family into this moving account of his mother's last years. Uneasy in his role as caregiver, Daniel struggles with guilt, embarrassment, and anger over his mother's transformation. As she loses her memory to Alzheimer's, he delves into his own in a passionate attempt to remember--for her and for himself--the remarkable history of their lives.
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A poet and an essayist, John Daniel weaves graceful meditations on the nature of memory, identity, aging, and the tenacity of family into this moving account of his mother's last years. Uneasy in his role as caregiver, Daniel struggles with guilt, embarrassment, and anger over his mother's transformation. As she loses her memory to Alzheimer's, he delves into his own in a passionate attempt to remember--for her and for himself--the remarkable history of their lives.
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Acceptable. Paperback 100% of proceeds go to charity! Acceptable reading copy with obvious signs of use, wear, and/or cosmetic issues. Item is complete and remains readable despite notable condition issues.
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Good. Cover shows mild rubs and edgewear, spine straight without creases, binding tight, endpages soiled, pages lightly toned but clean and tight without marks or creases.
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Good. Hardcover This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.