Mother of Sorrows

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Mother of Sorrows is a fantastic book.

McCann at a New Height of His Genius

"But I Said Nothing ... "

Elegant, haunting and beautiful

In his own words....

Mother of Sorrows
Richard Mccann
Manufacturer: Vintage
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1400096219
Release Date: 2006-06-06

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In these ten interwoven stories, two adolescent brothers face a world in which their father has suddenly died, a world dominated by their beautiful and complicated mother. Thirty years later, one of the brothers–the only remaining survivor of a family he seeks both to leave behind and to preserve in words forever–narrates these precise and heartbreaking tales. Suffused with the beauty of Richard McCann’s extraordinary language, Mother of Sorrows introduces us to an elegant writer like no other in contemporary fiction.

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Mother of Sorrows is a fantastic book........2007-01-11

A beautifull written series of stories of life. An excellent book.

McCann at a New Height of His Genius.......2006-11-28

I became a fan of Richard McCann's writing when I read his story "My Mother's Clothes: The School of Beauty and Shame" in the April 1986 issue of The Atlantic (still on my shelf). Since then I've eagerly read his poetry, essays, and fiction, and am ecstatic to find him at the height (thus far) of his literary genius in his collection of linked stories, MOTHER OF SORROWS. Were it not for the high art he brings to bear on profound human dilemmas--family relations, psychosexuality, societal pressures, desire itself--these stories would be unbearable in their heartbreaking poignancy. Fortunately, he transcends pain with his uncommon sensibility and gorgeous prose, deepening the reader's insight.

"But I Said Nothing ... ".......2006-09-16

Picked this up at Borders and read it to the end nearly without stopping.

A collection that moves through a man's life - and revolves highly around a life of silence, self dissatisfaction and his 'instinct for survival' - remaining mute, going with the flow no matter the personal cost.

The strong images of his mother and as she fades with age contrast his soft background study of his father. His brother, Davis - someone he keeps at arms length even as he aches to hold him close. And the strange attraction that a person can have for someone so close to them - a need for that person that seems to defy logic and law.

The language is beautiful - and the store feels like an answer to the question, "If you had one day to spend with someone who's gone ... who would it be? What would you do?"

Even the close in its lakeside sunset styling leaves off with a man's voice who seems to have found that it is himself that he missed spending any time with while alive.

Elegant, haunting and beautiful.......2006-03-21

The book is not a cheery one but it is so beautifully written and memorable that it is one that you will want to share with others after you have read it. The author has pieced together short stories from the last fifteen years which provide a cohesive narrative which reads like a novel. The stories are inner reflections from his life, growing up gay and under the spell of his mother and trying to make connections with his brother and father (who dies when the author is eleven). The brother is gay also but their lives are complete opposites - the author, struggling to come to terms with being gay and living in the closet and his brother, openly gay but living an aimless life filled with drugs and misfortunes. The slim volume is a haunting portrait of a fragile family coming to grips with life, love and loss. It is a book that you won't soon forget.

In his own words...........2006-01-12

Its always good to read a book which comes with a fresh style of writing.
Its so easy to be with the narrator as he begins from his childhood till he becomes an adult and not feel at loss through his aging. The author shows his prowess in this continuity.There is not much about his transition between these ages. But this leap of time analysis is done on his elder brother, summing up what mess he got into.
His constant comparision of him and his brother to Cain and Abel make for a good reading on figurative writing.
In the background, his mother with an on and off appearance and impact and too many stories under her sleeve is an interesting character to know of.

Sorrow's Web: Hope, Help, and Understanding for Depressed Mothers and Their Children

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Enormously helpful
This is the Book I Needed to Read Decades Ago
Read this book!
Light on a shadowed subject

Sorrow's Web: Hope, Help, and Understanding for Depressed Mothers and Their Children
Anne Sheffield
Manufacturer: Free Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 068487086X
Release Date: 2001-12-04

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Drawing on her experience of growing up with a depressed mother and then, years later, of becoming a depressed mother herself, Books for a Better Life winner Anne Sheffield casts long-overdue light on the grave threat to the health and happiness of millions of women and their children posed by maternal depression. One of every four women suffers from depression at some point in her life, often during the prime childbearing years, yet most fail to recognize the true source of their lack of joy in life and in parenting, their irritability and exhaustion, and the flawed personal relationships that characterize this common, treatable disease. With honesty and empathy, Sheffield uses her own story as a springboard to alert other mothers to the dangers their unrecognized depression holds not only for themselves, but also for their children, whose risk of developing the illness is three times higher than the risk to children of non-depressed parents. She draws on extensive research by experts in psychiatry, psychology, and child development to explain why and how children with a depressed mother may lose out on a rewarding social life, perform below their academic potential, or fall victim to substance abuse. Chapters on each age-group--infancy and toddlerhood, school age, and adolescence--pinpoint the symptoms and effects of a mother's depression on her children and offer advice on how to recognize these effects and so lessen or avoid them. And because depression's fallout destroys family cohesion and harmony, Sheffield draws attention to its impact on marital relations and outlines a strategy for fathers that will help them and their children weather the crisis. The detailed information in Sorrow's Web about how to treat depression at any period in a mother's life--during pregnancy or following delivery, when her children are teenagers, or later in life--will help readers of all ages choose wisely from the range of medical and psychotherapeutic options available. Sheffield offers insider tips on how to tell the difference between good and poor practitioners, how to ensure that the illness does not return, and how to recognize and respond to warning signs of depression in vulnerable children. Dedicated to the author's daughter, Sorrow's Web seamlessly weaves together real-life stories with street-smart advice. As the first book to demystify, destigmatize, and humanize a long-taboo subject, it points the way to sustaining and regaining a loving relationship between mother and child.

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Dealing with the pervasive problem of depression in mothers of all ages, this book explains the psychological issues and health consequences, demystifies the symptoms, and offers tools for recognizing and coping with depression's effects on children.

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Enormously helpful.......2001-01-28

Sheffield's biggest contribution may offering an answer to those who have struggled with chronic depression: "Why have I always felt so strange? Where did this all come from?" In other words, the fallout from living with a mother who is depressed -- even someone who has never been identified as "depressed" -- can have lifelong consequences. The book will probably convince those who have been reluctant to get treatment to do so. Much of the rest is a standard round-up of recent literature and the usual advice on what to do when you are depressed --take medication, find a therapist - maybe. Despite its failings and its occasionally cutesy writing, it's probably the book about depression that has been the most personally helpful. I'd give this five stars for the idea and three for the execution.

This is the Book I Needed to Read Decades Ago.......2000-11-07

Sorrow's Web -- the book I've needed to read for decades. Ms. Sheffield deals with the subject of growing up with a depressive mother in such an insightful, intelligent, and honest way! I found recognition, understanding and comfort from her combination of the personal and the more "scientific" information. I urge mothers, daughters, sons -- and, yes -- fathers, to read this book. It has the potential profoundly affect your life and the life of those you love most.

Read this book!.......2000-10-19

This is an extraordinary book -- sensitive, revealing and READABLE. I only wish I had it thirty years ago!

Light on a shadowed subject.......2000-10-19

This balanced, frank, and insightful account will make a difference in a lot of lives. Thoroughly explores and illustrates the many aspects and consequences of maternal depression in detail, is packed with valuable observations and information - no wasted words here. Devoted to straight talk. Sheffield offers knowledgeable support to her reader, does not flinch from using her own experiences to illustrate her points, and provides clear, practical advice on therapy choices with no waffling on any of the challenges we will meet in seeking the right treatment for ourselves or others close to us. Provides lists of resources for information, newsletters, local support groups. An illuminating and much needed book.

My Son, My Sorrow: A Mother's Plea to Dr. Kevorkian

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My Son, My Sorrow: A Mother's Plea to Dr. Kevorkian
Carol Loving
Manufacturer: New Horizon Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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An eloquent, moving contribution to the debate over physician-assisted suicide.

My Joy, My Sorrow: Karen Ann's Mother Remembers

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Losing a child
Quiet grace and strength
My Joy, My Sorrow
This Book Is a Gem. Small, beautiful and precious!
Her Joy, Her Sorrow - Our Blessings

My Joy, My Sorrow: Karen Ann's Mother Remembers
Julia Duane Quinlan , and Frank Rodimer
Manufacturer: Saint Anthony Messenger Press
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0867166630

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Losing a child.......2005-11-23

This book needed to be written. As a bereaved parent myself, I understand the importance of wanting to keep the memory of a dead child/children alive. Julia Quinlan's willingness to re-live the painful memories of her child's suffering and ultimate death show remarkable courage. She is indeed a very courageous woman. Her appeal to the younger generation of the consequences of dugs mised with alcohol is vital information. However, what comes through more in this book is the care-giving provided during Karen-Anne's (and her family's) ordeal. I admire Julia's honesty and her credibility in writing this book. She deserves to be heard!

Quiet grace and strength.......2005-10-15

I am trying not to be biased, since I am a volunteer for the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. The book is so wonderful in that it is such a sad story, yet told without self-pity. With all Mrs. Quinlan has accomplished, it is hard to imagine the agony she has suffered. And all the good that came out of it. A beautiful book.

My Joy, My Sorrow.......2005-08-23

An amazing book in which Julia Quinlan tells her life story and the circumstances of the famous Karen An Quinlan case. Mrs. Quinlan explains that her deep faith and family values help her cope with this tragedy, which is any parent's worst nightmare.

That she is able to retain her faith and love of God is a miracle.

A quick read.

This Book Is a Gem. Small, beautiful and precious!.......2005-08-15

This is a beautifully written book about a family of seemingly ordinary people who, each in their own way, proved to be great human beings.
They were thrust into an incredible nightmare when their Karen Ann went into an irreversible coma.
The family's only concerns were to do what they thought was right and what they knew Karen Ann would have wanted them to do. Their struggle to follow through on their beliefs and Karen's wishes changed the world.
People are known by the company they keep. We are fortunate that this deeply personal book allows us to keep the company of Julia Quinlan.
Thank you Julia, for this wonderful gift.

Her Joy, Her Sorrow - Our Blessings.......2005-08-14

Anyone who has, is, or might be involved in making " Life and Death " decisions for a loved one needs to read this book.

Mary, Mother of Sorrows, Mother of Defiance

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Mary, Mother of Sorrows, Mother of Defiance
Peter Daino
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Devotion To The Sorrowful Mother: Including Prayers And Promise Of The Seven Sorrows Of Mary

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Devotion To The Sorrowful Mother: Including Prayers And Promise Of The Seven Sorrows Of Mary

Manufacturer: Tan Books & Publishers
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The Joy of All Who Sorrow Icons of the Mother of God in Russia: Traditsiya Pochitaniya Ikon Bogomateri V Rossii Glazami Amerikanskogo Psikhoanalitika

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New Look at Russian Icons

The Joy of All Who Sorrow Icons of the Mother of God in Russia: Traditsiya Pochitaniya Ikon Bogomateri V Rossii Glazami Amerikanskogo Psikhoanalitika
Daniel Rancour-Laferriere
Manufacturer: Ladomir Pub House
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ASIN: 5944510390

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New Look at Russian Icons.......2006-05-24

The veneration of religious icons has never before been subjected to psychoana-lytic study. In his new book American scholar Daniel
Rancour-Laferriere makes empirical observations on the behavior of Russian Orthodox Christians in the presence of their favorite icons, investigates folkloric beliefs about icons, psychoanalyzes theological treatises on icons, and offers skeptical commentary on the miracles allegedly performed by icons.

It is demonstrated that icons of the Mother of God constitute the most popular category of icons in Orthodox Russia. The Mother of God is even deemed Palladium of the Russian State. This is because she functions as an omnipotent and idealized maternal object in the unconscious lives of her nationalist venerators. The Mother of God also encourages masochistic fantasies and behaviors among her venerators, for on the majority of her icons she accompanies and implicitly approves of her son, Jesus Christ, that model moral masochist who voluntarily offered himself up to be tortured and crucified on the cross.

26 color illustrations and 2 black and white

The Gift Wrapped in Sorrow: A Mother's Quest for Healing

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An inspirational and deeply intimate story of profound loss
Healer's search for Healing
The tragedy of the loss of a child to adoption

The Gift Wrapped in Sorrow: A Mother's Quest for Healing
Jane Guttman
Manufacturer: Jmj Pub.
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Binding: Mass Market Paperback

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ASIN: 0967286107

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A memoir spanning three decades of loss and love, regret and remorse. The words serve as a candle in the darkness to those who have experienced the loss a child through adoption. Along the way, amid the many saddening recollections, the author discovers the gifts that are ever-present.

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An inspirational and deeply intimate story of profound loss.......2000-01-27

In this profoundly moving journey, we are invited to join this author as she weaves a story of truth, of innocence, of blind trust in her parents, of soul-shattering pain and ultimately of healing. In "The Gift Wrapped in Sorrow," Jane Guttman cracks open her heart and unravels the events which led to the relinquishment of her baby in an unconscious world. After three decades, Dr. Guttman has emerged from these events much like Saki Santorelli depicts in his book, "Heal Thy Self," "shattered but still whole," and at the doorstep of transparent illumination...For those who wish to heal any life loss, this is a quick read that will remain forever etched upon our hearts.

Healer's search for Healing.......2000-01-26

A rare gift indeed; author Jane Guttman allows her readers to participate in her healing process, while deeply touching their inner most pain and hidden sorrow. The book a well written journal weaves the reader through years of the authors secrets, pain, and joy. The reader experiences the intricate web of the healer and healing process. The descriptions of the desert are soothing morsels that give the reader hope and inspiration.

The tragedy of the loss of a child to adoption.......2000-01-25

A well-written account of a single mother's pregnancy, loss of her child to adoption and subsequent search for him. This poignant description of one woman's profound loss typifies the tragedy of millions of women in similar circumstances, who were coerced into giving up their children and the on-going trauma they suffered as a result. A must read for anyone whose life has been affected by adoption

Christian mothers reveal their joys and sorrows: Interviews and photographs

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Christian mothers reveal their joys and sorrows: Interviews and photographs
Roger Elwood
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How sorrow was changed into sympathy: Words of cheer for mothers bereft of little children

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How sorrow was changed into sympathy: Words of cheer for mothers bereft of little children
E Prentiss
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Meh....

At the Italian's Command by Cathy Williams (Large Print Harlequin)
At The Italian's Command (Harlequin Presents)
Cathy Williams
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ASIN: 0373125135

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Meh...........2007-09-07

I just finished reading it and I wasn't really Impressed. through out the book it's like a battle of who isnt acting like a child and Rafe didnt take a notice to Sophie until she drastically changed from her comfy looks for tight skinned outfit. And the ending didnt seem like an ending to me it just seemed like that was a good time to just make the last 5 pages an ending. Cathy Williams is a good author but this just wasnt a shining novel.

At the Italian's Command by Cathy Williams (Large Print Harlequin).......2006-12-21

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From nine to five ... to after hours ... at his command! Millionaire businessman Rafael Loro dominates everyone around him. Until dowdy but determined Sophie Frey is assigned to work with him for a fortnight ... Rafael is used to beautiful, perfectly groomed women who agree to his every whim - in the bedroom and out of it. So Sophie's feistiness - and innocence - are driving him crazy! But once Rafael succeeds in bedding Sophie, his thoughts of an effortless seduction soon turn into a real need to possess her - at any price ...

The Italian Count's Command (Promotional Presents: Blackmail Brides)

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The Italian Count's Command (Promotional Presents: Blackmail Brides)
Sara Wood
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At the Italian's Command (Harlequin Pesents)

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Cathy Williams
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Command and I Will Obey You
Alberto Moravia; Translated From The Italian By Angus Davidson
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Correspondence respecting the Capture and Murder by Brigands of British and Italian Subjects in Greece. Presented to both Houses of Parliament by Command of Her Majesty. 1870. 1870, a collection of parts 1-17 (of 19 and two more related were issued the

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The Italian Count's Command (Presents) (Harlequin Presents, 255 August 2005)

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She will be his willing wife . . .Miranda still loves her estranged husband, Count Dante Severini, and she would do anything to be with him and their son. But Dante clearly hates her--treating her like an unfaithful gold digger . . . Must as it pains him to do so, Dante has had no choice but to believe the evidence against his wife. He had wanted nothing more to do with Miranda--but their son has been missing his mother. So he issues her a dramatic command: Miranda must come to live with him in his Italian palazzo. In exchange for a life of unparalleled luxury she must pretend that they are happily married . . . that she is his loving, willing wife . . .

On God's command: Italian missionaries in Australia = Mandati da dio : Missionari Italiani in Australia

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Agreement Between the United Kingdom and the Italian Republic Concerning the Co-production of Films (Command Paper)

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Agreement Between the United Kingdom and the Italian Republic Concerning the Co-production of Films (Command Paper)

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Command, and I Will Obey. Translated from the Italian by Angus Davidson.

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Command, and I Will Obey. Translated from the Italian by Angus Davidson.
Alberto. MORAVIA
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The Italian Count's Command (Harlequin Presents Ser. 255)

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