Living Through Leukemia: A Journey to Health by Louis George Whitehead provides a detailed account of the steps involved in battling this life-threatening disease, including chemotherapy, irradiation, and a bone-marrow transplant, followed by a long recovery period that is both physically and emotionally exhausting. The book is mostly factual and descriptive in its writing style, but Whitehead also touches on his spiritual strength and never wavering belief that he will survive, as well as the support from family and friends that helps him pull through the ordeal. He also discusses his experiences with lengthy hospitals stays and medical staff. Many are helpful and caring, but there are others who seem to forget that they are dealing with human beings and tend to treat patients as "cases," leaving the patient feeling lost and lonely in his quest for recovery.
Whitehead shares his feelings following his initial diagnosis and through the realization that a fatal outcome was possible. He also details the events and symptoms leading up to his courageous battle and describes the importance of both his friends and family in the struggle to get well and stay that way.
If you or someone close to you is living with leukemia or is facing the prospect of a bone-marrow transplant, Whitehead’s personal reflections will serve as encouragement on how to approach each day with a leveled patience and look ahead to a more hopeful time.
About the Author
Louis George Whitehead holds a master’s degree in journalism from South Dakota State University and is the author of two books. He currently works as a freelance writer, photographer, and Web designer in Brookings, South Dakota.
Book Details
Whitehead shares his feelings following his initial diagnosis and through the realization that a fatal outcome was possible. He also details the events and symptoms leading up to his courageous battle and describes the importance of both his friends and family in the struggle to get well and stay that way.
If you or someone close to you is living with leukemia or is facing the prospect of a bone-marrow transplant, Whitehead’s personal reflections will serve as encouragement on how to approach each day with a leveled patience and look ahead to a more hopeful time.
About the Author
Louis George Whitehead holds a master’s degree in journalism from South Dakota State University and is the author of two books. He currently works as a freelance writer, photographer, and Web designer in Brookings, South Dakota.
Book Details
- Paperback: 154 pages
- Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (August 27, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0595445225
- ISBN-13: 9780595445226
- Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
- List Price: $14.95
