Le Anne Schreiber
Light Years
- ISBN 13:
- 9780385489430
- author:
- Le Anne Schreiber
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Anchor Books; First Edition, First Printing edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 13.2 x 1 x 20.2 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Women,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Light Years: A Memoir by Le Anne Schreiber is a deeply moving exploration of mortality and its impact on our lives. Over five years, the author grapples with the loss of three loved ones, finding solace in the natural world and unexpected sources of comfort. As she navigates this period of profound change, Schreiber reflects on the ways in which death challenges our understanding of fundamental concepts like home, time, and territory. With subtlety and humor, she shares stories of her own life during this time, including a barn cat nursed back to health and a trout stream whose raging waters thwart her attempt to release ashes. Through her journey, Schreiber discovers that even in the midst of grief, there are moments of profound beauty and connection to be found. This remarkable memoir is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and growth.