SAM WOODS

by Stan Rushworth

Stories, prayers, and revelations told in a first-person narrative by “Sam Woods,” a spiritual healer in a distinctly American vein—a marriage of folk, Native American, spiritual and contemporary urban fictional styles.

This unusual and eloquent book of captivating tales is based on the author’s extraordinary adventure in discovering the healing spirit. Presenting stories, prayers, and revelations gathered into a first-person narrative by “Sam Woods,” a spiritual healer in a distinctly American vein, Sam Woods heals without adhering to any formal doctrine, sectarian “affliation,” or metaphysical system; only caring, intuition, insight, selflessness and love. American Healing presents a fascinating world of healing stories, personal discoveries through healing, explorations of attitudes towards and about healing, and finally - through sheer literary craftsmanship and the inspiration of Sam Woods himself - a book that brings healing as it teaches.

192 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1993

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am fortunate enough to have met Stan. He was an English instructor of mine at Cabrillo College. This book is filled with poetry, prayer, and stories from his life. The prayers include "prayer for dealing with bullshit" and "prayer to remember". It's an amazing book, and I find myself picking it up often.

Thanks for changing my life for the better Stan!

[Jimmy Quenelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a life-changing book that contains deep wisdom. I've been fortunate to spend time with Stan Rushworth, and to have attended some of his Native American poetry and prose courses. A key point that Stan makes about this book is that it's not ABOUT the Cherokee way of life, but it's OF the Cherokee way of life. There is a profound difference there. And deep readings of this book (yes, plural) will time and time again reveal more and more wisdom. The format of this book is absolutely lovely, and parts are just beautifully lyrical. I'm overdue to read this one from cover to cover again.

[Kaya · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you ever have the pleasure of stumbling upon this book, please don't hesitate to read it. This man writes from his goddamn soul and you can tell immediately upon reading the first words of this book. Stan was (also) a professor of mine and this book was his gift to the class at the end of the term. It's now one of my most valued books. Thanks Stan!

[Melanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

please read this. written by my favorite prof in college (UCSC). its beautiful.