Cancer stories
Subtitle: on life and suffering
By: David M. Gregory and Cynthia K. Russell.
Contributors: Russell, Cynthia K. 1958-
Publisher: Published for Carleton University by McGill-Queen's University Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Ottawa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 189
Subjects: Cancer -- Patients -- Biography; Cancer -- Psychological aspects; Suffering; Cancéreux -- Anecdotes; Cancer -- Ouvrages de vulgarisation
Genres: Biography.; Anecdotes.; Ouvrages de vulgarisation.
Description: "In Cancer Stories five people share their journeys, their stories, and the suffering they faced before their deaths. These narratives chronicle the despair, hope, and love they experienced while living and dying with cancer, giving the power of the human spirit full voice. Lessons learned are presented as "gifts" at the conclusion of each of the five narratives." "This book is for people with the disease and their caregivers. Nurses and physicians, students in any health-related discipline, as well as persons engaged in qualitative research will find this an invaluable resource. The importance of incorporating qualitative, research-based approaches in caring for the dying emerges from the narratives. Cancer Stories points toward a more holistic research/treatment agenda, one that bridges the medical and social sciences."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [187]-189).