An intimate and insightful exploration of the compulsive thoughts surrounding death, this work offers humor and depth, drawing from the author’s own experiences and his viral essay, “I’m Still Here.” It serves as a crucial resource for those troubled by suicidal ideation or supporting someone who is. The author emphasizes the importance of honesty when discussing such a sensitive topic, acknowledging that many people have a personal connection to it. Having attempted suicide multiple times, the author shares his journey, revealing the mindset of someone grappling with self-destruction. He argues that suicide attempts often stem from long-standing issues rather than sudden crises. The narrative also examines the perspectives of renowned writers who faced similar struggles, alongside insights from the history of philosophy regarding suicide. Through a blend of memoir and critical inquiry, the work provides a voice to those who find the topic incomprehensible, reminding readers grappling with suicidal thoughts that they are not alone. It underscores that the desire for self-harm is typically temporary and avoidable, offering hope and understanding to those in need.
Clancy Martin Libri
Il lavoro di Clancy Martin si addentra nella filosofia del diciannovesimo secolo, nell'esistenzialismo, nella psicologia morale e nell'etica applicata. I suoi saggi penetranti esplorano complesse questioni dell'esistenza umana con una prospettiva unica che fonde il rigore accademico con un ampio fascino per il lettore. La prosa di Martin è caratterizzata da una profonda contemplazione e dalla capacità di rendere accessibili idee intricate.
True-life reporting on vicious criminals and the haphazard system that punishes them. Veteran journalists pull back the curtain of secrecy that surrounds Supreme Court deliberations but also reveal the crucial links between landmark capital- punishment cases and the lethal crimes at their root.
How to Sell
- 304pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
Bobby Clark is just sixteen when he drops out of school to follow his big brother, Jim, into the jewelry business. Bobby idolizes Jim and is in awe of Jim’s girlfriend, Lisa, the best saleswoman at the Fort Worth Deluxe Diamond Exchange. What follows is the story of a young man’s education in two of the oldest human passions, love and money. Through a dark, sharp lens, Clancy Martin captures the luxury business in all its exquisite vulgarity and outrageous fraud, finding in the diamond-and-watch trade a metaphor for the American soul at work.