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Lucky That Way: Rediscovering My Father's World by Gerhardt, Pamela
by Gerhardt, Pamela | PB | Good
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Good
- Seller Notes
- Binding
- Paperback
- Book Title
- Lucky That Way
- Weight
- 0 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9780826220042
- Subject Area
- Family & Relationships, Biography & Autobiography, Psychology
- Publication Name
- Lucky That Way : Rediscovering My Father's World
- Publisher
- University of Missouri Press
- Item Length
- 9 in
- Subject
- Women, Parenting / Fatherhood, Personal Memoirs, General, Interpersonal Relations
- Publication Year
- 2013
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 1.2 in
- Item Width
- 6 in
- Number of Pages
- 183 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of Missouri Press
ISBN-10
0826220045
ISBN-13
9780826220042
eBay Product ID (ePID)
159834916
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
183 Pages
Publication Name
Lucky That Way : Rediscovering My Father's World
Language
English
Subject
Women, Parenting / Fatherhood, Personal Memoirs, General, Interpersonal Relations
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Family & Relationships, Biography & Autobiography, Psychology
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
Reviews
"Rich, artistic, vibrant, mesmerizing, masterful. I loved everything about Pamela Gerhardt's wise and complex memoir."-- Sheri Reynolds , author of The Rapture of Canaan, "Rich, artistic, vibrant, mesmerizing, masterful. I loved everything about Pamela Gerhardt's wise and complex memoir."--Sheri Reynolds, author of The Rapture of Canaan
Dewey Edition
23
Grade From
Twelfth Grade
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
306.8742
Table Of Content
Contents Acknowledgments Author's Note Prologue: Got to Feed God Children Part 1 - The Smallest Gesture Part 2 - Acute Rehab Part 3 - Gyros and Beanbags Part 4 - The Difference between Matisse and Chagall Part 5 - Finding the Time to Read Moby Dick Part 6 - Eilean Donan Part 7 - Sunshine on My Shoulders Looks So Lovely
Synopsis
"I decide that from now on we should listen to him. His lip may be deflated and his left side paralyzed, but he knows. And he has made terrible mistakes. But he knows. He knows. We are lucky that way." Lucky That Way , a nuanced, richly engaging memoir, chronicles the joys and tribulations of a daughter who rediscovers her father as he nears the end of his life. Ernie Gerhardt, an artist and teacher, is largely estranged from his five children, but when he suffers a debilitating stroke, his daughter Pamela must fly to Las Vegas to tend to him. When she arrives to find Ernie newly and shockingly fragile, she is hit by an unexpected wave of tenderness. As she watches over him in intensive care, she recalls turning points in her family history--the early death of her mother and her father's turn to heavy drinking--and reflects on the idiosyncrasies that make an imperfect and unique family, on what it means to become old, on what happens when parents are no longer the caregivers but the cared-for, and on how a family copes with their responsibility to the elderly. Written in a crisp, engaging style, the story is less about the drudgery of finding the right mix of medicines, at-home caregivers, and rehabilitation centers and more about the emotional ramifications of caring for the sick under the weight of sometimes flawed attachments. People make mistakes, grow old, get sick, and pass on from this world. Lucky That Way examines the irritations and comforts of contemporary family bonds. Gerhardt sifts through the complicated, multi-layered relationships for both wry comedy and high drama and records a string of triumphs and mishaps as Ernie and his five adult children struggle to manage his life and find meaning before their time runs out. The emerging theme of imperfect humans struggling with life's great mysteries will strike a chord of recognition with the tens of thousands of Baby-Boomers and Gen-Xers who are currently facing similar circumstances with their elderly loved ones. Pamela Gerhardt's heartfelt story about a family coming to terms with their aging father's illness and imminent death takes readers on an emotional roller coaster that highlights love, loss, humor, and sadness., Lucky That Way , a nuanced, richly engaging memoir, chronicles the joys and tribulations of a daughter who rediscovers her father as he nears the end of his life. Ernie Gerhardt, an artist and teacher, is largely estranged from his five children, but when he suffers a debilitating stroke, his daughter Pamela must fly to Las Vegas to tend to him. When she arrives to find Ernie newly and shockingly fragile, she is hit by an unexpected wave of tenderness. Pamela Gerhardt's heartfelt story about a family coming to terms with their aging father's illness and imminent death takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster that highlights love, loss, humor, and sadness.
LC Classification Number
HQ1063
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- v***v (2089)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAlthough this book was not as described, with no picture of it in the listing, the seller communicated well and quickly gave me a full refund while letting me keep it. The minimal packaging left the book a bit vulnerable (typical for ThriftBooks), but it did arrive safely and timely. As usual, it’s hit or miss with this seller, but often times you can get great values, and their customer service is always very good. Many other sellers with millions of transactions don’t even communicate.How to chalk talk, by Harlan Tarbell (#197064259889)
- 7***j (840)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI recently purchased an item from this eBay seller, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the prompt communication to the fast shipping, everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The item arrived exactly as described and was well-packaged to ensure its safety during transit. The seller was courteous and responsive, making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service.
- c***m (438)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseWOW!; I cannot believe this 3 Days to Hawaii! ; AAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii!; Shipped 05/05, Mon, Received 05/08, Thu to Hawaii using free shipping; USPS Ground Mail, Book in Excellent Condition--Better Than Described ; TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!The Internment of Japanese Americans During World War II (#146005407795)