Beautiful Boy (Tie-In)
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Tying in to the release of the feature film starring Steve Carell and Timothee Chalamet, a timeless tale of addiction, healing, and family, with a new Afterword by the author.
David Sheff staat bekend om zijn inzichtelijke verkenningen van de complexiteit van verslaving en de menselijke conditie. Zijn werk wordt gekenmerkt door een diep persoonlijke maar universeel herkenbare benadering, die zich vaak verdiept in de psychologische en emotionele landschappen van individuen die uitdagende omstandigheden doorkruisen. Sheffs toewijding om de wetenschap achter verslaving te begrijpen, heeft zijn literaire bijdragen diepgaand gevormd, waardoor hij aanzienlijke erkenning heeft gekregen voor zijn invloedrijke journalistiek en analyse.







Tying in to the release of the feature film starring Steve Carell and Timothee Chalamet, a timeless tale of addiction, healing, and family, with a new Afterword by the author.
Contains the complete text of the Playboy interview with John Lennon and Yoko Ono, recorded shortly before Lennon's murder, and includes Lennon's song-by-song analysis of his music
A teenager's addiction from the parent's point of view - a real-time chronicle of the shocking descent into substance abuse and the gradual emergence into hope.
A look at the secretive and successful high technology company Nintendo, which reads like a thriller.
"Twenty years ago David Sheff climbed the back steps of the Dakota into the personal thoughts and dreams of John Lennon and Yoko Ono. From the kitchen to the studio and up those fateful Dakota steps, Sheff recorded 20 hours of tape, discussing everything from childhood to the Beatles. Sheff gives a rare and last glimpse of John and Yoko, one that seemed to look beyond the kitchen table to the future of the world with startling premonitions of what was to come"-- Provided by publisher
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author, an extraordinary story of redemption in the darkest of places.
Exploring the complexities of drug abuse and addiction treatment, this book challenges conventional beliefs through the lens of innovative research. It delves into the science behind addiction, offering a fresh perspective on effective treatment strategies. By examining the underlying factors of addiction, it aims to reshape societal perceptions and promote a deeper understanding of recovery. This insightful analysis is essential for anyone seeking to grasp the realities of addiction and the possibilities for healing.
"Every parent should have a this book on-hand, and use it to open important dialogues with their kids. Arm them with knowledge." --Ellen Hopkins, bestselling author of the Crank trilogy. Just Say Know! With drug education for children more important than ever, this nonfiction book draws on the experiences of the New York Times bestselling father/son team and inspiration behind the film Beautiful Boy David and Nic Sheff to provide all the information teens need to know about drugs, alcohol, and addiction.
Provides information on drug and alcohol use, shares the stories of families who have lived through addiction, and teaches readers how to navigate peer pressure and stress.