Dear Bruno
Dear Bruno by Alice Stewart Trillin, published by New Press in 1996, is a poignant exploration of cancer through the lens of personal experience. This first edition, comprising 31 pages, is written in English and presents a heartfelt letter from Trillin to her friend’s son, Bruno, who is facing his own battle with cancer. The book aims to address the complexities of discussing illness with both honesty and humor, making it accessible for readers of all ages.
In this work, Trillin combines her own journey with the realities of childhood cancer, offering insights that resonate with both children and adults grappling with similar challenges. The narrative is complemented by cartoons from New Yorker artist Edward Koren, which add a unique visual element to the text. Readers will find a blend of realism and humor as Trillin navigates the difficult questions surrounding illness and survival, making it a thoughtful addition to the juvenile nonfiction genre focused on health and self-help.
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In 1979, Alice Trillin, who three years earlier had been diagnosed with a malignant lung tumor, received a call from good friend Annie Navasky telling her that Annie’s twelve-year-old son, Bruno, also had cancer. Alice’s response was a letter to Bruno in which she tried to show that it was possible to talk about cancer in a tone that was frank, honest, and funny. Children and adults struggling with the ‘why me?’ of cancer will find in this book a realistic, funny, and somehow, reassuring exploration of the fight for survival. Illustrated with cartoons by New Yorker artist Edward Koren.
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