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Matthew McAllester chronicles the impact of his mother Ann’s early departure due to mental illness and her eventual passing, exploring grief and forgiveness. Through memories of family meals and recipes, he reconnects with his mother's spirit and shares the comfort and joy that cooking brings to his own life.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Matthew McAllester
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