It’s Not About the Hair

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It’s Not About the Hair

And Other Certainties of Life & Cancer
by Debra Jarvis

An oncology chaplain shares stories from her own battle with breast cancer in this frank, often hilarious memoir reminiscent of the works of Nora Ephron

For more than two decades, author Debra Jarvis has counseled cancer patients in her work as a chaplain, working with them from the point of diagnosis through their treatment and recovery. Then, in an ironic twist, she herself was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer.
 
It’s Not About the Hair is Jarvis’ warm and wise account of her own journey as a cancer patient, having already guided so many others through the same battle. With humor, candor, and an indomitable spirit, Jarvis opens a rare window into the interwoven world of medical technology and procedure, human vulnerability and strength, and the spiritual issues that converge in the experience of living through illness and living through life.

Aug 19, 2008  |  Price: $18.95

Debra Jarvis is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. A multi- denominational general oncology chaplain for the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, and a popular speaker, she lives in Seattle.

“No matter what your belief system, Jarvis is a breath of fresh air in the congested world of health memoirs.” —Library Journal

“You don't need to have experienced cancer to appreciate this book—not by a long shot.” —Reader's Digest

“It's Not About the Hair, And Other Certainties of Life & Cancer chronicles [Jarvis’] journey through a mastectomy, chemotherapy and remission with the signature wit and sarcasm beloved by her patients.” —Seattle Magazine

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