Diary of a Lone Twin: A Memoir

The book "Diary of a Lone Twin" is a heart-rending memoir of love, loss, and the unique relationship twins share. It chronicles the author's journey after his twin brother passed away, exploring the depths of loneliness and grief. Through his diary, the author provides a rare insight into the bond between identical twins and the unique bereavement of a lone twin.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 05 September 2019
\n Publisher: Pan Macmillan
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More than thirty years ago, David Loftuss cherished his identical twin, John, who tragically passed away. Since then, every day has been a testament to the profound loss he feels. In 1987, after recovering from a brain tumor, John faced another setback when he contracted meningitis and returned to the hospital for treatment. Undeterred, David stood by his side, unwavering in his support. It was on the occasion of their twenty-fourth birthday when a tragic miscalculation during a routine injection led to John's sudden coma. Within two weeks, John's life slipped away, leaving David heartbroken and grappling with an unbearable sense of loss.

Over the past year, David has dedicated an hour each day to reminiscing about John and meticulously documenting his story by hand. This extraordinary journey has culminated in the creation of Diary of a Lone Twin—a powerful and deeply personal account that spans from enchanting childhood vignettes to the acute loneliness and raw pain that followed John's death. In sharing this beautifully written diary, award-winning and internationally acclaimed photographer David Loftus offers a rare glimpse into the unique bond between identical twins and the profound bereavement experienced by a lone twin, a sorrow that few will ever comprehend.

\n Weight: 624g\n
Dimension: 199 x 160 x 36 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529011289\n \n