Books like Blindsided by Richard M. Cohen

Richard M. Cohen was a twenty‑five‑year‑old television news producer when he first learned that his body was failing – a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis that would shape the next three decades of his life. Facing a relentless disease, an additional bout of colon cancer, and the daily demands of raising three children and supporting his wife, Meredith Vieira, Cohen chronicles his journey with honesty, humor, and lyrical insight. In *Blindsided* he explores how chronic illness alters family dynamics, confronts the nature of denial and resilience, and highlights the redemptive power of love and determination. A personal narrative that reads like a dialogue with himself, the book celebrates life’s victories, even in the midst of relentless challenge. Cohen’s recounting offers readers both a compassionate look at the realities of living with MS and encouragement to find joy in adversity.

First publish date: January 30, 2004