«Smart, beautiful, moving, naked» - The Times

«A beacon of hope for all of us who will experience loss» - Kathryn Mannix

«An unforgettable and poignantly beautiful story of enduring love» - Lori Gottleib

The internationally acclaimed psychiatrist and author Irvin Yalom has devoted his career to counseling those who suffer from anxiety and grief. But he had never faced the need to counsel himself until his wife, the distinguished feminist writer Marilyn Yalom, was diagnosed with cancer. In the book A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE, Marilyn and Irvin share how they faced profound new challenges: Marilyn to die a good death, Irvin to continue living without her.

With alternating accounts of their last months together and Irvin's first months alone, they offer us a rare window into the process of accepting death and the loss of a loved one. The Yaloms had rare blessings - a beloved family, a beautiful home, a large circle of friends, millions of readers worldwide, and a long and fulfilling marriage - but they faced death like all of us. With the honesty and wisdom of those who have thought deeply and loved well, they explore universal questions around intimacy, love, and grief.

With the learned experiences of two lifetimes, A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE offers moving perspectives and solace to all who seek to combat despair amid death, so they can live meaningfully.

Pages: 240, Dimensions: 12.6x12.6cm