Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
At the age of seventeen Josh LaRue's life was unexpectedly and irreversibly changed forever. He would suffer a severe asthma attack that would result in his death. He would be brought back to life, only to linger in a coma for months. Awakening from his coma, Josh would be faced with a new nightmare. Finding himself blind, unable to move and unable to speak. He endured many years of pain, frustration, and countless hours of rehabilitative therapy. Josh would be faced with many challenges and obstacles that he would overcome. Through his efforts he would regain most of his independence. Then, with one inventive idea, along with some creative ingenuity between Josh and his brother, he would achieve the impossible. Now, with a way to overcome his multiple disabilities, he eventually managed to write this book. My name is Josh LaRue and this is a true story.
Synopsis
My Last Breath tells the powerful and inspiring story of a young man's journey to overcome the consequences of a traumatic brain injury. Thanks to his perseverance, courage, and ingenuity--designing a customized device with his brother that enables him to pen his own words--author Josh LaRue shares sometimes difficult, sometimes heartbreaking, but always encouraging recollections of his recovery, rehabilitation, and personal growth. With moving, honest poetry and engaging, lucid prose, a story unfolds that shows how it is possible to overcome the challenges and obstacles of disability--even in the face of seemingly impossible circumstances.
As much a tale of the people, places, and services that are available for persons affected by disability, discover how positive support of family, friends, loved ones, and the community can influence the success of those who are enduring pain, frustration, and countless hours of rehabilitative therapy fighting for their new lives and independence.
The inspirational story of Josh LaRue is now featured in an Emmy nominated documentary, My Last Breath, by award winning director, Cy Dodson (Triumph Pictures).
http: //www.mylastbreathfilm.com/
joshpaullarue.com