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Chicken Soup for the Cancer Survivor's Soul: 101 Healing Stories About Those Who Have Survived Cancer
More than 100 cancer survivors share their personal stories in this touching new collection of Chicken Soup . These heartwarming accounts of courageous people who found the power to battle cancer in their endless hope, unwavering faith and steadfast determination will inspire you to adopt a positive attitude, discover your faith and cherish every moment. Just what the doctor ordered for healing your body, mind and soul.
359 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1996
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Jack Canfield
1,286 books1,748 followersJack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
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March 4, 2017
Of all the Chicken Soup books I've read, I felt this was somewhat underwhelming given the audience it is meant to inspire. Although I am not a cancer survivor, my mother fought the battle for 21 months before the disease inevitably took her from us and my aunt is a 5+ year survivor of breast cancer, so I've been a first-hand witness to the strength needed when you are feeling most scared and weak.
In truth, I feel there needs to be a 2nd/newer edition of this book, as the stories in it are dated, and not necessarily dated in that things have changed since the book was written but dated in that a lot of the survivor stories are from people who fought cancer 10, 15, 20, even 30 years before it was written. Not that this should be a deal-breaker to keep someone from reading it, but I didn't feel the connection to the situations I've witnessed, so I wonder if readers seeking strength from hearing of others who have been in their shoes would feel the same disconnect. Also, some of the authors had multiple stories in the book, so certain anecdotes, quotes, and situations are repeated.
This is one of the earliest books in the series, before the internet was a primary form of communication and education, so a newer book could provide connections to resources and support groups available online as opposed to by mail as this book indicates. Also, the stories would be more timely and reflect the changes in treatments, both medical and alternative, and perspectives that have occurred in the last couple decades.
I have not researched if such a book exists, as this one was given to my mom during her battle and I recently found it in her library, but the format of Chicken Soup books lends itself well to reading a story or two during chemo or at times when a person may be tired or have difficulty focusing but is also seeking inspiration and a reason to keep going. I hope it does for all cancer patients out there, but if it does not, this is a reasonable read full of messages that I imagine ring true always.
In truth, I feel there needs to be a 2nd/newer edition of this book, as the stories in it are dated, and not necessarily dated in that things have changed since the book was written but dated in that a lot of the survivor stories are from people who fought cancer 10, 15, 20, even 30 years before it was written. Not that this should be a deal-breaker to keep someone from reading it, but I didn't feel the connection to the situations I've witnessed, so I wonder if readers seeking strength from hearing of others who have been in their shoes would feel the same disconnect. Also, some of the authors had multiple stories in the book, so certain anecdotes, quotes, and situations are repeated.
This is one of the earliest books in the series, before the internet was a primary form of communication and education, so a newer book could provide connections to resources and support groups available online as opposed to by mail as this book indicates. Also, the stories would be more timely and reflect the changes in treatments, both medical and alternative, and perspectives that have occurred in the last couple decades.
I have not researched if such a book exists, as this one was given to my mom during her battle and I recently found it in her library, but the format of Chicken Soup books lends itself well to reading a story or two during chemo or at times when a person may be tired or have difficulty focusing but is also seeking inspiration and a reason to keep going. I hope it does for all cancer patients out there, but if it does not, this is a reasonable read full of messages that I imagine ring true always.
April 22, 2019
This book of stories of those of us who have survived cancer (I qualify twice) offers tons of encouragement to those currently fighting the battle. But it's also encouraging reading for anyone fighting any life-threatening disease.
It's a good rebuttal to those readers who think Jesus is no longer working in our lives today as the Great Physician. The stories and poems are of varied lengths, so the reader can easily find a stopping place if he must put the book down.
It's a good rebuttal to those readers who think Jesus is no longer working in our lives today as the Great Physician. The stories and poems are of varied lengths, so the reader can easily find a stopping place if he must put the book down.
September 4, 2024
Cancer Survivors
My wife had breast cancer in 1996. I had prostrate cancer twelve years later. And yet here we both are twenty-eight years later; only God knows why we have survived this and other life threatening health issues while others we have known have not. I read the stories of all these survivors with increased appreciations. If you have survived cancer, you will appreciate them too.
My wife had breast cancer in 1996. I had prostrate cancer twelve years later. And yet here we both are twenty-eight years later; only God knows why we have survived this and other life threatening health issues while others we have known have not. I read the stories of all these survivors with increased appreciations. If you have survived cancer, you will appreciate them too.
December 30, 2020
I love the Chicken Soup books. This one hit especially close to home as a survivor and because cancer has affected my family and my friends. Although several (most) of the stories made me cry, this collection also gave me hope and inspiration. An excellent collection of stories, for sure. Just make sure you have plenty of tissues nearby!
January 24, 2021
Very inspirational book for those of us who have a family member who has cancer
March 2, 2017
I liked some entries better than others, but the whole feeling was very uplifting. A good book for those fighting cancer and for those who know others fighting cancer.
November 23, 2008
my coworker gave me this book as she had survived breast cancer she was 10 years cancer free and was diagnosed in February 2008 and passed away on halloween 10-31-08
I havent experienced cancer but their are good story of courage and inspiration. she was my best bud at work and I will miss her gratly. as she gave me advice and guidance
I havent experienced cancer but their are good story of courage and inspiration. she was my best bud at work and I will miss her gratly. as she gave me advice and guidance
September 19, 2007
Chicken soup yang menurutku keren. Isinya tentang orang-orang yang selamat dari sakit kangker. Mereka yang divonis mati sama dokter tapi nggak mau nyerah begitu saja. Baca buku ini bikin orang jadi ngerasa kalo waktu itu berharga.
October 24, 2007
Buku ini untuk almarhumah nenek yang menderita kanker serviks, tetapi sebelum buku ini diberikan kakakku beliau telah meninggal dunia...Berisi tentang perjuangan hidup orang yang menderita kanker, betapa bersyukurnya orang-orang yang sehat..
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February 19, 2009Mengubah status buku ini dari sold menjadi book-wish-list, karena ingat ada teman yang terserang kanker payudara dan survive hingga kini. Jadi pengin tau aja, bagaimana car mereka menghadapi cobaan seperti ini...
July 16, 2007
life struggle...woman struggle...hard life...but happy and glad full words to say goodbye for this life...
April 5, 2008
A wonderful book of hope and inspiration for anyone - but especially those dealing with life-threatening illness.
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October 6, 2008
This is a very encouraging book that is easy to read as the stories are short.
February 11, 2009
Inspirational stories, not just for people with illnesses, but for their families as well. Loved some of the quotes.
April 16, 2009
It was what I needed and in finding out my coworker's daughter had cancer, I passed it on to her.
December 5, 2012
Dihadiahi dari temen ibuku, sebagai kado dan doa semoga ibuku sembuh dari kanker.. :)
June 28, 2014
This are REAL stories, and I can't wait to look at this book again!
(more in-depth review coming soon)
(more in-depth review coming soon)
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June 20, 2013Gift from family member.
September 7, 2013
Another good book from the Chicken Soup Family. Make sure to buy it for a loved one who needs to be uplifted during their battle against cancer.
February 12, 2015
It was a good book. It had some really good elements to it. Some of the stories were very touching. I did like it!
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