Published: Nov. 24, 2010
Words: 93138 (approximate)
Language: English

Ebook description

The Gate draws you in with subtlety, wit, compassion and faith. An intriguing and captivating look at the last sixty years of western culture that holds you even though we all know how her story is going to end. It will be of particular interest to people who experienced Alzheimer's or Dementia in their immediate family. "This is a jewel of a piece of writing…" [Kate Jones, USA]

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spirituality, biographical, gate, faith, metaphysics, dementia, old age, senior citizens, stan law, alzhiemers, stanialaw kapuscinski

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Review by: D Piecuch on March 20, 2011 :
This was the first Stan Law book that I read, and I have become an instant fan. Law's tale about old age and retirement homes takes takes us on both an intellectual and spiritual journey, and it is a wonderfully enlightening read.

Throughout this tale of an aging Polish wife and mother who struggles to understand her own mortality and those of her friends and loved ones, Law teaches us about life, love, friendship, loneliness, religion, etc.

The author is obviously a scholar in many of the topics noted above which he presents throughout the book in strikingly detailed narratives, yet he draws the reader in, then lets them form their own conclusions on the information presented, rather than forcing his opinions on the reader.

While at times a very challenging read, it takes us on a great journey that leaves us better at the end of the book then we were before we started.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Marvin D. Clark on Dec. 13, 2010 :
I came late to the Stan Law roster. Now I have to catch up on all his books, fiction and non-fiction alike. I dare say this happens to most people who discover this author. Aren’t we lucky!

The Gate is a jewel in its own right. Not only does it speak volumes of the courage of the senior citizens, our parents, who are prone to acquire diseases which seemed destined to invade old age, but it paints a wonderful image of a family determined not to give up, but to find peace, joy, laughter and even adventure—in circumstances under which most of us probably give up trying. Yet, page after page, the book reads more like a biography than a novel. Who can tell? Quite wonderful…
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

Review by: Bohdan Czytelnik on Dec. 10, 2010 :
I read a book about Alzheimer’s and dementia. It was factual, educational, dry. This novel places the gradual deterioration of human mind in the context of everyday life. Somehow it makes that that is incurable—acceptable; it even elevates it to a higher level of human condition. The book is not about suffering, but about the abundance of love, joy, pleasure, yes, even humor, that one can experience under the Democlesian sword of the unforgiving diseases. Extraordinary!

This is a book that everyone must read. Young and old. You never know…
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

Review by: BozenaH on Dec. 08, 2010 :
I read The Gate in paperback when it first came out on the Amazon. I gave my copy to a friend, who passed it on… Now I had a chance to read it again on my Sony. It is hard to believe that it’s fiction. The people, the images, the emotions are so very real. You’ll love it. You’ll probably re-read it too.
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

Review by: Hanna K. Loda on Dec. 02, 2010 :
It seems to me that everything Stan Law writes deserves 5 stars! This story is beautiful, nostalgic, sentimental, yet filled with hidden humor. I read it, cover to cover, then reread various passages, which had particular impact on my own life. Yes, you will not only enjoy this book, you will learn from it. A lot!
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

Review by: Anetta Bach on Dec. 01, 2010 :
This book will make you think, cry, smile, and laugh outright. And then leave you sorry it’s finished…
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: Adam Kerry on Dec. 01, 2010 :
Five stars for the Gate - Things my Mother told Me. There is nothing I can say that could rise above “the classical grandeur and poetic beauty” (as stated in an Amazon review) that defines this book. What I also like about this book are the frequent injections of unexpected humor. Mrs. Kordos is a most unforgettable character. Read it.
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