Book description
Compelling stories of fatherhood from the popular NPR radio show
From the popular radio series This I Believe comes this
touching and thought-provoking compilation of original essays on one
of the most fundamental of human relationships-fatherhood. It is a
relationship filled with joy and heartbreak, love and anger, lessons
learned, and opportunities missed.
The stories in this collection are engaging and meaningful. Some are
reverential and loving; some are sad and clouded by yearning, loss,
and regret: You'll read reflections from expectant and new dads, full
of optimism, as well as from longtime parents who, through the
distance of time, are able to reflect on their successes and failures
as fathers.
We also hear from children (some young and some well into adulthood)
writing about their fathers. They honestly and openly introduce us to
the men who shaped them, sometimes in surprising ways. They talk about
the fathers they want to emulate, the mistakes they hope to avoid
repeating, and the wisdom they realized they've gained.
This I Believe: On Fatherhood offers a compelling portrait of
the diverse range of experiences and beliefs related to the
father-child relationship. With personal insights and inspiration,
this collection makes a wonderful gift for long-time fathers, new
fathers, and fathers-to-be.
Dan Gediman is executive director of This I Believe, Inc., a
not-for-profit organization that engages people in writing and sharing
essays describing the core values that guide their daily lives. These
short statements of belief have been featured on public radio since
2005. Gediman is coeditor of the New York Times best seller This I
Believe, as well as This I Believe II and This I Believe: On Love.
John Gregory is editorial director and Mary Jo Gediman is outreach
director of This I Believe, Inc.
To read more essays and submit your own, please visit www.
thisibelieve. org.
