They Are My Sisters: A memoir
Sammy Dyer, "They Are My Sisters: A memoir"
English | ISBN: 1951896041 | 2020 | 140 pages | EPUB | 679 KB
English | ISBN: 1951896041 | 2020 | 140 pages | EPUB | 679 KB
They Are My Sisters is a poignant memoir of Sammy Dyer’s 42 years volunteering with battered women in shelters and prisons, illuminating the healing power of human connection in the face of devastating loss and abuse, as well as the strength and resilience of women. The book is a heart-expanding memoir that bears witness to the human toll one of society’s most pervasive and tragic problems—domestic violence. Sammy’s touching experiences and reflections from her work with victims in shelters and in prisons are interwoven with the stories and voices of battered women who are working to put their shattered lives back together. Laced with episodes of humor and compassion, the reader gains an intimate view of the deep relationships formed by the author, as well as the challenges faced by battered women. The book provides a unique and humanizing perspective on the issue of domestic violence.
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