Expecting Adam: A true story of birth, transformation and unconditional love by

Description: Expecting Adam by Martha Beck The true story of John and Martha Beck, and of the child they brought into the world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Expecting Adam is the beautifully written, poignant, achingly funny true story of John and Martha Beck, and of the extraordinary child they brought into the world. John and Martha were an exceptionally ambitious and driven all-American couple. With six Harvard degrees between them, and living in the refined and competitive atmosphere of the Harvard campus, the last thing they expected was to become parents to a Downs Syndrome baby. Refusing to believe her child was defective, Martha decided to trust in the tiny life she felt growing inside her. And her hitherto ordinary life was transformed by magical visions and strange, heartstopping experiences which persisted throughout her pregnancy. By the time Adam was born, Martha and John had to redefine everything of value to them, question their deepest beliefs, and put all their faith in miracles. And it worked. Notes A poignant memoir describing how one American couple came to terms with having a Downs syndrome child. Author Biography Martha Beck is a bestselling author. She has made numerous appearances on television and radio, including the television show OPRAH. She has carried out research at Harvard Business School, and through her company Life Design, Inc. she helps clients develop their careers and their lives. Long Description Expecting Adam is the beautifully written, poignant, achingly funny true story of John and Martha Beck, and of the extraordinary child they brought into the world. John and Martha were an exceptionally ambitious and driven all-American couple. With six Harvard degrees between them, and living in the refined and competitive atmosphere of the Harvard campus, the last thing they expected was to become parents to a Downs Syndrome baby. Refusing to believe her child was defective, Martha decided to trust in the tiny life she felt growing inside her. And her hitherto ordinary life was transformed by magical visions and strange, heartstopping experiences which persisted throughout her pregnancy. By the time Adam was born, Martha and John had to redefine everything of value to them, question their deepest beliefs, and put all their faith in miracles. And it worked. Promotional "Headline" Expecting Adam is the beautifully written, poignant, achingly funny true story of John and Martha Beck, and of the extraordinary child they brought into the world. Details ISBN0749921900 Year 2001 ISBN-10 0749921900 ISBN-13 9780749921903 Format Paperback Publication Date 2001-04-19 Imprint Piatkus Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 362.19830092 Media Book Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Pages 336 Language English Author Martha Beck Subtitle A true story of birth, transformation and unconditional love Short Title Expecting Adam UK Release Date 2001-04-19 Audience General NZ Release Date 2001-12-05 AU Release Date 2001-12-05 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1085692;

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