In particular, the way we interact with the disabled. It was interspersed with a light touch of humor into the foibles of the human condition. Jeremy did not write a book that only gave a moderately acerbic account of living every day with ALS. The opinions I am about to express may be seen as slanted due to my familial relationship. I will not forget this book.”-Mary Roach, New York Times bestselling authorīefore I begin this review, I want to be perfectly transparent. “The honesty, anger, and unflinching detail of Schreiber’s account bestow a power most inspirational stories lack. Sandra Jonas Publishing is proud to collaborate with his parents, Fred and Ronnye Schreiber, to carry on his work. Jeremy died on October 29, 2021, before he could finish this book. Smart, clever, and humorous, his story is a testament to what can be learned and achieved despite a terminal illness. While fighting for his independence and then for his life, Jeremy gave his all to the ALS and disability communities. He found love, support, and a powerful purpose. In this moving memoir, he shares his journey after he received a terrifying diagnosis: ALS.Īs the devastating disease robbed him of movement and speech, he was abandoned by his wife and betrayed by a society that shuns people with disabilities. Jeremy Schreiber was on top of the world-athletic, newly married, successful. “With honesty, poignancy, passion, and humor, this book will open your eyes and possibly your heart.”-Sue Monk Kidd, New York Times bestselling author
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