Before You Wake: Life Lessons from a Father to His Children

Before You Wake: Life Lessons from a Father to His Children

by Erick Erickson
Before You Wake: Life Lessons from a Father to His Children

Before You Wake: Life Lessons from a Father to His Children

by Erick Erickson

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Overview

From Erick Erickson, "arguably the most powerful conservative in America today" (The Atlantic), an inspiring book about life's enduring values, based on a viral essay he wrote for his children after he and his wife both faced grave medical situations.

"A must read." — RedState

In late 2016, prompted by the news that his wife was battling cancer and his own pulmonary medical scare, Erick Erickson posted a piece to his website, The Resurgent. Styled as a letter to his young children, the piece, titled "If I Should Die Before You Wake," was a stirring message—and challenge—about how to live a life of purpose and joy. The essay went viral, shared by figures like New York Times columnist and author of The Road to Character, David Brooks. Now, in a time when our country needs healing and a reminder of our values more than ever, Erickson has expanded the project, composing a total of ten letters, featuring a wonderful mix of the practical, inspirational, and spiritual.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780316439558
Publisher: Hachette Books
Publication date: 10/03/2017
Pages: 224
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Erick Erickson is the popular host of Atlanta's Evening News on 95.5FM and AM750. The former Editor of RedState.com, he launched his website The Resurgent in early 2016. Erickson is also a Fox News contributor. He studied political science and history at Mercer University and earned a law degree at Walter F. George School of Law. Erickson lives with his family in Macon, Georgia.

Table of Contents

Introduction XI

1 Waiting for Batman

God Has a Plan and It May Not Be Yours 1

2 Summer in the South

To Suffer Is to Live 15

3 From Jackson to Dubai

Seeing the World Changes You 23

4 Yalla, Habibi, and Shway Shway

Those Around You Shape You 39

5 Forgiveness and Regret

The Importance of Letting Go 57

6 The Art of Sleeping Well at Night

Conscience Is Important 69

7 The Other Side

Believe in God 87

8 We All Have a Role to Play

Build Strong Communities 103

9 Break Bread Literally

Cooking Brings People Together 121

10 Lagniappe 183

Thanks 203

List of Recipes 206

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