Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies
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By: T.J. Wray
Format: Paperback
From: Three Rivers Press
Pub. Date: April 2003
From: Three Rivers Press
Pub. Date: April 2003
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2003-05-27
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 272
Ean: 9780609809808
Isbn: 0609809806
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2003-05-27
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 272
Ean: 9780609809808
Isbn: 0609809806
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
When T.J. Wray lost her 43-year-old brother, her grief was deep and enduring and, she soon discovered, not fully acknowledged. Despite the longevity of adult sibling relationships, surviving siblings are often made to feel as if their grief is somehow unwarranted. After all, when an adult sibling dies, he or she often leaves behind parents, a spouse, and even children—all of whom suffer a more socially recognized type of loss.
Based on the author's own experiences, as well as those of many others, Surviving the Death of a Sibling helps adults who have lost a brother or sister to realize that they are not alone in their struggle. Just as important, it teaches them to understand the unique stages of their grieving process, offering practical and prescriptive advice for dealing with each stage.
In Surviving the Death of a Sibling, T.J. Wray discusses:
• Searching for and finding meaning in your sibling's passing
• Using a grief journal to record your emotions
• Choosing a grief partner to help you through tough times
• Dealing with insensitive remarks made by others
Warm and personal, and a rich source of useful insights and coping strategies, Surviving the Death of a Sibling is a unique addition to the literature of bereavement.
Based on the author's own experiences, as well as those of many others, Surviving the Death of a Sibling helps adults who have lost a brother or sister to realize that they are not alone in their struggle. Just as important, it teaches them to understand the unique stages of their grieving process, offering practical and prescriptive advice for dealing with each stage.
In Surviving the Death of a Sibling, T.J. Wray discusses:
• Searching for and finding meaning in your sibling's passing
• Using a grief journal to record your emotions
• Choosing a grief partner to help you through tough times
• Dealing with insensitive remarks made by others
Warm and personal, and a rich source of useful insights and coping strategies, Surviving the Death of a Sibling is a unique addition to the literature of bereavement.
USER REVIEWS
"I am very grateful for this book. Since my sister's murder, 16 months ago, I have read everything I could put my hands on in search of answers. Unlike this book, most of the books I have read were a waste of time. The greatest question we surviving siblings all have, of course, is, "Why?" I have found that, sometimes, there are no answers, but Ms. Wray has shared her pain and her road back, and she gives me hope that there is a road back for the rest of us who have also lost a precious sister or a brother. Thank you, Ms. Wray, for this lovely book....
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~ Written on 2008-10-09
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~ Written on 2008-10-09
"This book covers a topic that isn't well recognized, the loss of someone you didn't think you'd ever lose, who has been an integral part of your life--who may have even predated your memories--so that you can't even imagine life without them. I liked the stories and examples the author uses, the section at the end of each chapter on 'what helps.' It helps you sort through the emotions and stages that you're going through. The book is practical, easy to understand and relate to. When I was awake at 2 a.m. thinking about my sister, this book was a source of comfort. Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies"
~ Written on 2008-10-03
~ Written on 2008-10-03
"This book is one of the best I've read on the suffering experienced with the loss of an adult brother or sister. It is an often overlooked area of grief and the author does an excellent job of describing the pain that a sibling experiences when a beloved brother or sister passes away. The author uses examples from the lives of many others and covers many angles of what she calls "unacknowledged grief". It is well-written and healing to read. I highly recommend it. "
~ Written on 2008-09-06
~ Written on 2008-09-06
"Very disappointing. The author's "story" goes on and on and on... some obvious obsessive tendencies here folks. The quotes from others were a lot more interesting and real. This author makes it sound like this is the most profound experience of her life... even though she has a husband and kids. Sorry, in the real world, we don't take a year off and go to the beach every day to grieve. The only thing missing was the suicide plot. I think this book was written to "sell" by asserting that sibling grief is a new and little understood genre. This book did nothing to convince me that the author has a reality-based grasp on grieving. Self-indulgent and then some... save your money."
~ Written on 2008-06-21
~ Written on 2008-06-21
"This book saved me in the first few weeks after the sudden death of my little brother.
I HIGHLY recommendSurviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies it to anyone dealing with the pain from the loss of a sibling."
~ Written on 2008-05-26
I HIGHLY recommendSurviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies it to anyone dealing with the pain from the loss of a sibling."
~ Written on 2008-05-26