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Oprah Winfrey has called him "an inspiration," and Maya Angelou viewed him as a kindred spirit. Mattie Stepanek, described by Jimmy Carter as "the most remarkable person I have ever known," continues to be celebrated for his indomitable spirit and message of hope, even five years after his death from a rare neuromuscular disease. This book reveals the full story of the poet, peacemaker, philosopher, and New York Times bestselling author, sharing intimate details of his incredible life. Mattie's mother, Jeni Stepanek, recounts their years before his illness, his resilience in coping with the loss of his siblings to the same disease, and his commitment to spreading peace and hope. As he gained fame, Jeni worked to keep him grounded and remind him to enjoy childhood. The book includes never-before-seen poems, journal entries, photos, and correspondence with famous friends, making it an inspirational account of a life fully lived. Jeni expresses her excitement in sharing Mattie's story, emphasizing the profound impact his poetry and speeches have had on countless individuals who seek to know him more intimately.
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Messenger, Jennifer Smith Stepanek, Larry Lindner, Maya Angelou
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- Année de publication
- 2009
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- Titre
- Messenger
- Sous-titre
- The Legacy of Mattie J.T. Stepanek and Heartsongs
- Langue
- Anglais
- Éditeur
- Dutton
- Publié
- 2009
- Format
- rigide
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN10
- 0525951423
- ISBN13
- 9780525951421
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Nonfiction, Histoires vraies, Biographies, Autobiographies et mémoires, Spiritualité et spiritualisme, Biographies, Inspiration
- Évaluation
- 4,4 sur 5
- Description
- Oprah Winfrey has called him "an inspiration," and Maya Angelou viewed him as a kindred spirit. Mattie Stepanek, described by Jimmy Carter as "the most remarkable person I have ever known," continues to be celebrated for his indomitable spirit and message of hope, even five years after his death from a rare neuromuscular disease. This book reveals the full story of the poet, peacemaker, philosopher, and New York Times bestselling author, sharing intimate details of his incredible life. Mattie's mother, Jeni Stepanek, recounts their years before his illness, his resilience in coping with the loss of his siblings to the same disease, and his commitment to spreading peace and hope. As he gained fame, Jeni worked to keep him grounded and remind him to enjoy childhood. The book includes never-before-seen poems, journal entries, photos, and correspondence with famous friends, making it an inspirational account of a life fully lived. Jeni expresses her excitement in sharing Mattie's story, emphasizing the profound impact his poetry and speeches have had on countless individuals who seek to know him more intimately.