Rejoice in the Light : A Woman's Journey Out of the Mystery of Epilepsy
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.37 (509 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0966978609 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 330 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2016-12-08 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Part of the proceeds of this book will go to the Epilepsy Foundation of America.. Rejoice in the Light is the story of a woman's experience living with epilepsy in her childhood and young adult years and her resulting victory over epilepsy through having brain surgery. Despite the adversity that Amy encountered as a result of having seizures, she held hope in heart to one day overcome that which affected her daily life and routine. These include medical difficulties and possible solutions, emotional battles, the side effects of various seizure medications, and countless ways in which to help people with epilepsy. Along with including one patient's pers
This book offers the reader a wealth of "reader friendly" information on important medical, emotional, and social aspect of epilepsy." -- The Bookwatch (September, 2000)
Amy Crane grew up with epilepsy having to take multiple pills to help control her seizures. . Amy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a Masters in Special Education. During the writing of her book, Amy researched various topics related to epilepsy in order provide patients and parents with an indepth and practical understanding of epilepsy.
Midwest Book Review said A wealth of medical, emotional, social aspects of epilepsy.. Rejoice In The Light: A Woman's Journey Out Of The Mystery Of Epilepsy is Amy E. Crane's candid and compelling autobiography of her experiences living with a condition of epilepsy from children, through her young adult years, and eventual brain surgery. Highly recommended for personal and community library collections, Rejoice In The Light also offers the reader a wealth of "reader friendly" and detailed information on important medical, emotional, and social aspects of epilepsy, including the side effects of seizure medications, and the numerous ways to help a friend,. Marjorie B said Alarmingly honest, insightful look into the maze of Epilepsy. Ms. Crane shares so vividly all aspects of her journey out of epilepsy; physical, emotional and spiritual. This book delves into the very soul of an epileptic in an effort to help the rest of us understand the disease. It's intimate nature will make you feel the author's fear, pain, and joy. Also, this book could be an invaluable resource for those living with epilepsy with it's extensive list of treatment centers and many significant insights from the author. Truly a story that champions the strength of the human spirit and the grace of God!. A Journey out of Epilepsy Allen L. Borton Amy Crane's moving account of her lifelong battle with epilepsy and its successful cure by 1994 brain surgery is a tremendously moving account. One of the most fascinating aspects of it is the staggering amount of autobiographical detail she was able to recall from her childhood and young adulthood detail which greatly augments and enriches the book. An inspirational book for anyone who has to deal with a medical crisis, or knows anyone who does.