The New York Times-bestselling author and cancer survivor tells how
to hold on to joy in times of sorrow in this "absolutely beautiful book"
(Sue Monk Kidd).
The prize-winning author of such modern literary classics as Practical
Magic, The World That We Knew, and The Marriage of Opposites, Alice
Hoffman is also a cancer survivor. In Survival Lessons, she shares her
transformative journey, showing us how to re-envision our own lives and
relationships with our friends and family, and the significance of the
everyday choices we make.
Sorrow and joy are both part of the human experience, and the beauty of
the world is easy to overlook during periods of crisis, illness, or
loss. Here, Hoffman offers wit, wisdom, and comfort in "an optimistic
instruction manual [for] anyone struggling with self-care in a time of
trouble" (Story Circle Book Reviews).
"In this gem of a book, Alice Hoffman acknowledges the sorrows of life,
while reminding us of its joys. Survival Lessons is filled with love,
insight, and lots of practical advice--including a crazy-good brownie
recipe." --Will Schwalbe, New York Times-bestselling author of The
End of Your Life Book Club
"Hoffman's storytelling artistry enlivens each intimate, thoughtfully
distilled, charming, and nurturing lesson in living." --Booklist
"[Survival Lessons] is not about [Hoffman's] breast cancer per se
but about making choices that will improve readers' lives and
relationships and remind them 'of the beauty of life.'" --Library
Journal
"Full of smart intentions and kind reminders . . . Uplifting advice
we'll gladly take." --Better Homes & Gardens
