Here & Now: Inspiring Stories of Cancer Survivors

by Elena Dorfman and Heidi Schultz Adams

Book Overview

Facing cancer is a life-changing event, one that prompts soul-searching and a reevaluation of all that one holds to be true. In the years following their own cancer treatments, authors Elena Dorfman... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1569246033
• ISBN13: 9781569246030
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.6" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Telling It Like It Is.

I am a cancer survivor and a personal coach for cancer survivors (rle444@yahoo.com). I have recommended this book to all of my clients. The stories tell it like it is: the good, bad and ugly. It's so important for current cancer patients to see the possibilites through the angst of having cancer and cancer survivors to have examples of the various tribulations and exhilaration of "cancer after life." cancer (little "c") is what you have, not who you are. I thank the authors for this beautiful and powerful evidence of the human spirit.

Not just for Cancer Survivors

This book is a collection of uplifting stories about the strength of the human spirit. From the introduction to the last account, I couldn't put the book down--it's something that has to be read in one sitting. And, I am not a cancer survivor, just someone who enjoys good writing and thought-provoking subjects. This book will make you think and stay with you for a long time.The photography, as well, is incredibly good. Read it and pass it on to everyone you know!

It's Here and Now!

You will meet people in this book that personify courage and strength. Here and Now is a book I keep turning to when I hear about someone newly diagnosed so I can be reminded of what they will encounter, the challenges they will meet, and importantly, how to live with cancer.If I could face life with one-tenth of an ounce of the grace that Heidi and Elena have demonstrated in their battles against cancer, I would consider myself victorious.You must read this book!

when survivors unite

This book sets the record straight with inspiring stories about normal people overcoming great odds. The stories are not so much of loss and hardship, as I had expected, but of overwhelming strength and courage. It is unbelievable to see not just how people have beaten the odds, but then how they have gone on to make a difference. A wonderful book!

A must-read book for everyone

Dorfman and Adams give the reader access to a world of hope in a world many view only as laced with misery. Each person interviewed has dealt with their cancer differently, but each has survived it--no,surpassed it--and has arrived at an understanding about life that will help any reader fear cancer less and cherish life anew. Credit to the authors for the sensitivity and vibrancy they bring to their interviewees, the subject, and us readers. A true celebration of life and its challenges.