A Short Good Life: Her Father Tells Liza's Story of Facing Death

Liza, a young girl diagnosed with leukemia and passed away two years later in 1996, was an expressive child. Her parents, both child psychiatrists, wrote this book to reveal the inner world of a child's mind and a parent's mind. It is a story of a child's psyche growing and striving to understand her experience, and of a family coping with loss and growing back toward a full embrace of life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 20 August 2021
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Liza, a vibrant child with a profound affection for cows and the color purple, faced a tragic fate when she was diagnosed with leukemia at the tender age of four and passed away two years later in 1996. Her parents, both child psychiatrists, were uniquely attuned to the profound depths of a child's mind, thanks to Liza's exceptional expressiveness. In her father's heartfelt endeavor to unveil the inner world of a child's mind, as few other books have done, this book serves as a poignant testament to the resilience and strength of a family in the face of life's most formidable challenges.

At the heart of this narrative lies the story of a child's psyche, evolving and striving to comprehend the intricacies of her experience. It is also a poignant portrayal of a small family navigating the uncharted waters of loss and grief, finding solace and growth in the embrace of love. Through their journey, the family undergoes a remarkable transformation, marveling at the extraordinary capacities of their child.

This book offers a profound exploration of the human psyche, shedding light on the complexities of childhood and the profound impact of loss. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength that can be found even in the darkest of times, as families navigate the treacherous waters of life and emerge transformed by the experiences they endure.

Weight: 385g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476685571