In Memoriam
A moving account of the sudden illness and subsequent death of his mother, whose first symptoms of cancer are discovered during a family visit with the author at Yale in the fall of 1978. Though Nouwen’s reflections on the way he experienced his mother’s death were intended originally for his own and his family’s cherished remembrance, copies circulated among close friend eventually led to pleas for publication. Yielding, Nouwen notes in his introduction: “In life she belonged to a few; in death she is for all.” A precious legacy. And a priceless aid in ministering to the bereaved.
More About this Book
This is a very short book that recounts the illness and death of Nouwen’s mother. It is a deeply personal book relaying the deep bond he has with his mother as well as a treatise on death as seen from the perspective of Jesus’ suffering.
Themes: Death and Dying, Love, Suffering, Jesus
Ave Maria Press, 1980
Praise for "In Memoriam"
"This short, but beautiful book deals with grief of a loved one. Nouwen's words & reflections touched me deeply after the death of my beloved husband." -Kathy
"His words are very vulnerable and helpful and practical. An excellent book by someone who has experienced and understands grief." -Angus
"This short book provides insight into one person's grief and offers points of reflection for others who are grieving the death of a loved one." -Cheyanna