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Book Synopsis: A celebration and an elegy, Scenes with My Son sensitively renders the terrible privilege of grief in the wake of suicide. After years of battling clinical depression exacerbated by autism, Auggie Hubbard died by suicide at the age of 19. In this poignant tribute to his son, Robert Hubbard—a theatre scholar and actor—stages Auggie’s life in a series of vivid and tender scenes: Auggie’s insatiable hunger for Accelerated Reader points. His tireless lightsaber practice in the local park. His sonorous tuba practice in the ward of his inpatient program. Through these anecdotes of Auggie’s life and the days following his death, readers journey with a family shaken by mental illness and share in their hard-won joys in defiance of depression.
Refusing easy answers and clichés about “God’s plan,” Hubbard unflinchingly asks: Does faith matter amid such tragedy? What do you do when awareness isn’t enough? When you’ve tried so hard to keep your child safe, but your efforts fail? His honesty and vulnerability—and his tender portrait of Auggie—are gifts to all who live with their own questions in the wake of a loved one’s death.
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Discover the power of love and the depths of grief in the pages of "Scenes with My Son: Love and Grief in the Wake of Suicide". This deeply moving book by Robert Hubbard takes readers on an emotional journey through the life and loss of his son, Auggie Hubbard. A selfless tribute, this book sheds light on the intricacies of mental illness and the relentless battle against depression.
Through vivid and tender scenes, Hubbard draws you into the world of Auggie, an exceptional young man whose life was tragically cut short. From his insatiable hunger for Accelerated Reader points to his melodic tuba practice, you will be captivated by Auggie's uniqueness. These anecdotes, and the days that follow his untimely death, unravel the struggles faced by a family affected by mental illness. Their resilience in the face of depression will leave you in awe and inspire you to cherish the joys in life, no matter the circumstances.
In "Scenes with My Son", Robert Hubbard invites you to question faith in the midst of tragedy. He fearlessly addresses the tough queries: Does faith matter when confronted with such despair? What do you do when simply being aware is not enough? When your efforts to protect your child are not enough to save them? This thoughtful exploration of faith, honesty, and vulnerability will resonate with anyone grappling with the aftermath of losing a loved one.
Join us on this poignant journey as we delve into the depths of love, grief, and the human spirit. Uncover the answers to life's most profound questions and find solace in the shared experiences of those who have faced unimaginable loss.
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