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foula.dimopoulos, July 21, 2010 (view all comments by foula.dimopoulos)
Perhaps you have had one of those moments where you thought maybe life wasn't worth continuing? Or perhaps you have known someone who was in so much pain that dying was a better alternative. Maybe you work with someone who has felt like this, or you work with folks who potentially could. Very few books address suicide in the authentic and honest way that Bornstein does. She has the ability to connect with the reader, particularly because ze is real, and unlike many others, does not convince the reader that suicide is bad, or a shameful thing. She reminds the reader that life is changing, and moments are fleeting, and in the midst of pain we sometimes forget that. At those moments, suicide looks like a real option. Instead of telling the reader life is a gift, or the source of pain will pass, she recognizes people are in pain and that ultimately every life is valuable. She challenges the reader to do something else to make sure they stay alive because "the world needs more kind people in it, no matter who or what they are, or do."

It is that message that carries throughout the book, and has the ability to make the reader connected to at least one thing. Additionally, Bornstein has a website to offer in conjunction with the book, and provides links to resources in addition to hotlines. Highly recommended!

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an other outlaw, July 9, 2008 (view all comments by an other outlaw)
With 101 Alternatives to Suicide for Teens, Freaks, and Other Outlaws, Kate Bornstein offers a brave, heartfelt, and truly helpful resource for hangers-on of all ages everywhere. I wish I had this book years ago. Even now, her words are palpable and practical. It's clear that Kate has been through hell and thankfully, she's offering guidance for those who follow. An invaluable book for every person struggling with life.

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Product Details

ISBN:

9781583227206

Author:

Bornstein, Kate

Publisher:

Seven Stories Press

Foreword by:

Quin, Sara

Foreword:

Quin, Sara

Author:

Quin, Sara

Subject:

General

Subject:

Psychology

Subject:

Teenagers

Subject:

Gender Studies

Subject:

Suicide

Subject:

General Self-Help

Subject:

Adolescent Psychology

Subject:

Teenagers -- Suicidal behavior -- Prevention.

Subject:

Adolescent psychology

Subject:

Social Science : Death & Dying

Subject:

Feminism & Feminist Theory

Subject:

Death & Dying

Subject:

Self-Help : General

Copyright:

2006

Edition Description:

Trade paper

Publication Date:

20060531

Binding:

TRADE PAPER

Language:

English

Illustrations:

Color and B&W illustrations and photogra

Pages:

192

Dimensions:

6.9 x 5 x 0.7 in 9 oz