In 'Torch' by Cheryl Strayed, a devastating loss sets the stage for an introspective journey of healing and self-discovery. The protagonist, navigating the depths of grief, seeks solace in the natural world, where each encounter ignites a spark of hope. Strayed's lyrical prose illuminates the complexities of love, longing, and the power of memory. As the narrative unfolds, readers are drawn into a poignant exploration of what it means to truly live and embrace the past. Prepare to be moved by a tale that brilliantly intertwines heartache with the resilience of the human spirit.
By Cheryl Strayed
Published: 2012
""The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.""
In her debut novel, the bestselling author of Wild weaves a searing and luminous tale of a family's grief after unexpected loss. "Work hard. Do good. Be incredible!" is the advice Teresa Rae Wood shares with the listeners of her local radio show, Modern Pioneers, and the advice she strives to live by every day. She has fled a bad marriage and rebuilta life with her children, Claire and Joshua, and their caring stepfather, Bruce. Their love for each other binds them as a family through the daily struggles of making ends meet. But when they received unexpected news that Teresa, only 38, is dying of cancer, their lives all begin to unravel and drift apart. Strayed's intimate portraits of these fully human characters in a time of crisis show the varying truths of grief, forgiveness, and the beautiful terrors of learning how to keep living.
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Torch
By Cheryl Strayed
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Cheryl Strayed is an acclaimed American author, best known for her memoir "Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail," which chronicles her journey of self-discovery following personal tragedy. Her other notable works include the best-selling novel "Torch" and the collection of advice essays in "Tiny Beautiful Things," drawn from her popular online advice column, "Dear Sugar." Strayed's writing style is characterized by its raw honesty, emotional depth, and lyrical prose, which resonate with readers seeking insight into love, loss, and resilience.
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