A Cracking of the Heart

by David Horowitz

Regnery Publishing, Inc.; ISBN: 1596981032

Hardcover - 256 pages (October 2009)

Conservative Activist David Horowitz Tells Inspiring Story of Heartbreak and Hope

Known for his combative style and conservative activism, David Horowitz reveals another side of his life with this heartrending journey of love, loss, and grief in his new book, A Cracking of the Heart.

Unlike anything he has ever written, A Cracking of the Heart is Horowitz's personal and poignant story about the death of his beloved daughter, Sarah. As a conservative, Horowitz struggled with Sarah's liberal world-view. Yet he came to realize that there was much to learn from her and the empathetic way she lived.

Afflicted with a birth condition that left her in continuous pain and nearly deaf, Sarah started life at a severe disadvantage. But instead of seeking help, Sarah made it her life's work to provide help to others. Whether she was tutoring her autistic niece, going on mission trips, or fighting against injustice, Sarah inspired people wherever she went with her courage and unbridled compassion.

Inspirational and deeply moving, A Cracking of the Heart provides powerful reflections on life and loss:

• How living life to the fullest despite challenges can be our greatest legacy
• The cruel reality and seemingly insurmountable grief we face when we outlive someone we love
• How sharply contrasting political views between Horowitz and his daughter led to a large gulf in their relationship that was eventually bridged—a challenge many families face for many different reasons

A Cracking of the Heart offers consolation to those grieving a sudden death, reconciles what could have been with what is, and takes the reader through a father's frustration, grief, admiration, and ultimately love.

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