The Valley Where the Grass Grows Green: A path to hope, understanding, empowerment, and success for cancer patient/survivors, their caregivers, and loved ones

Written by an experienced oncology nurse for cancer patients, families, and caregivers, The Valley Where the Grass Grows Green abounds with hope and encouragement while containing a wealth of practical medical information. The text is presented in two distinct but related parts; both sections are invaluable and can stand alone. Part I is a motivational, uplifting view of the human aspect of cancer, stressing the intrinsic worth of people in every phase of their lives. Its spiritual profundity is enriching for all cultures and philosophies. Part II gives a comprehensible overview of cancer, then walks the reader through the chemotherapy experience. Medical terms and concepts are explained, and indepth suggestions for preventing or coping with side effect are presented. This book is a must for the cancer community and is highly recommended for nursing and medical students, hospice families, support groups, seasoned health professionals, and introspective readers.

In addition to the obvious benefits derived from the specialized health information in The Valley Where the Grass Grows Green, the book's joyful message of hope and purpose can contribute to the healing process. Science and healthcare professionals are increasingly recognizing the therapeutic value of spirituality as an adjunct to medicine in physical ailments. Replete with imagery and in an almost poetic style, the optimism that is imparted throughout this book is made credible by its realistic and informative approach. The book is designed to be short, with very short chapters, so as to appeal more readily to a wide audience in varying health circumstances, and it can be read repeatedly with new delight and insights each me. It is a perfect gift for anyone, whether touched by cancer or not. It is even a perfect gift to give yourself for a transforming, edifying, and expanding experience, a source of health information, spiritual enrichment, or simple enjoyment.