A Heart That Works
A Heart That Works by Rob Delaney, published by Spiegel & Grau on October 31, 2023, is a poignant memoir that delves into the profound experience of losing a child. In this 192-page book, Delaney shares the intimate story of his two-year-old son, Henry, who passed away from a brain tumor. The narrative explores the complexities of grief, love, and the search for meaning in the aftermath of such a devastating loss.
Readers will find an unflinching account that balances the harrowing realities of illness with moments of humor and reflection. Delaney’s exploration touches on themes of family, relationships, and the impact of grief, offering insights into the fragile nature of life and the enduring love that persists despite heartache. This edition invites readers to engage with the emotional landscape of parenting and bereavement, providing a space for understanding and connection in the face of tragedy.
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This is the story of what happens when you lose a child, and everything you discover about life in the process, by the star of the Amazon Prime series Catastrophe.
In 2018, Rob Delaney’s two-year-old son, Henry, died of a brain tumor. A Heart That Works is Delaney’s intimate, unflinching, and at times fiercely funny exploration of Henry’s beautiful, bright life and the devastation of his loss–from the harrowing illness to the vivid, bodily impact of grief and the blind, furious rage that followed through to the forceful, unstoppable love that remains. In the madness of his grief, Delaney grapples with the fragile miracle of life, the mysteries of death, and the question of purpose for those left behind.
Profound, painful, full of emotion, and bracingly honest, Delaney’s memoir offers solace to those who have faced devastation and shows us how grace may appear even in the darkest times.
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