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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Death Be Not Proud
Book • 1949
Death Be Not Proud is a poignant memoir by John Gunther, detailing his son Johnny's valiant fight against a malignant brain tumor.
The book chronicles Johnny's intellectual curiosity, courage, and resilience during his illness, as well as the efforts of his parents to save him.
It explores themes of courage, willpower, and the human experience in the face of mortality.
The book chronicles Johnny's intellectual curiosity, courage, and resilience during his illness, as well as the efforts of his parents to save him.
It explores themes of courage, willpower, and the human experience in the face of mortality.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
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Ryan Holiday to illustrate the preciousness of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.
Ryan Holiday to illustrate the preciousness of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.
Never, Ever Forget This
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a beautiful and must-read book, highlighting the importance of love in the face of a child's illness.
Ryan Holiday as a beautiful and must-read book, highlighting the importance of love in the face of a child's illness. You’re A Hostage To Fortune Now
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday when discussing books that explore similar themes of dealing with adversity.
Ryan Holiday when discussing books that explore similar themes of dealing with adversity. Everybody Has Something
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in the context of his son Johnny's journaling during his battle with brain tumor.
Ryan Holiday in the context of his son Johnny's journaling during his battle with brain tumor. They Are Trying to Talk To You
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a book that reflects on the loss of a son and the importance of cherishing time with loved ones.
Ryan Holiday as a book that reflects on the loss of a son and the importance of cherishing time with loved ones.
This Is What You’ll Wish
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a beautiful but bittersweet story of his son Johnny Gunther's battle with a brain tumor.
Ryan Holiday as a beautiful but bittersweet story of his son Johnny Gunther's battle with a brain tumor.
They Are Reborn Each Day
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a moving memoir about his son's short life, highlighting the importance of cherishing each day.
Ryan Holiday as a moving memoir about his son's short life, highlighting the importance of cherishing each day.
Try To See It This Way
