The Gift of a Memory: A Keepsake to Commemorate the Loss of a Loved One (Hardcover)

by Marianne Richmond (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
A one-of-a-kind keepsake, the Gift of a Memory commemorates the loss of a special life. Through a heartfelt poem and beautiful illustrations, the book recounts the emotional journey of loss and offers the reader a wish for comfort and for hope in life again. A fill-in-the-blank format allows recipients to personalize the story. A journal in the back of the book lets family and friends preserve special memories and photos to create a truly precious memento. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author
A talented author and artist, Marianne Richmond lives in St. Anthony, MN with her husband, Jim, and three children. Marianne's love for writing preceded her artistic journey. She developed her creative style independent of any formal training and launched her own publishing company in 1991, now called Marianne Richmond Studios. Since then, her work has touched the lives of millions through her greeting cards and gift books distributed worldwide.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Marianne Richmond Studios Inc (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0931674425
• ISBN-13: 978-0931674426
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #928,662 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I was so lucky to find this book!, August 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Gift of a Memory (Hardcover)

"The Gift of a Memory" is written from the heart and is both touching and comforting to someone dealing with grief. It combines beautiful illustrations and familiar feelings to make a perfect book for anybody suffering the loss of a loved one. I absolutely love the book and plan to share it with anyone that needs to keep a memory alive! Thank you so much!

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful gift of comfort and healing, July 26, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Gift of a Memory (Hardcover)

The Gift of a Memory is a poignant book that offers the reader words of encouragement and support for the painful journey of grief. Beautifully illustrated, the book invites the reader to get in touch with the heartfelt memories that remain after a loved one dies. Recalling memories is key to one's healing and the Gift of Memory certainly helps the reader begin the process of discovering these treasures that are stored in the heart. I highly recommend this book for those who grieve or for those who want to offer support to others by giving them this book.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is so needed!, July 12, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Gift of a Memory (Hardcover)

"The Gift of a Memory" is a tender, comforting message for survivors no matter where they are on the grief journey. There will always be bad days, for the heart knows no passage of time. The book's words curbed my loneliness and acknowledged my pain. I felt reunited with my son once again. There are millions of people traveling the grief journey, people with hurting hearts who are rushing to heal. Healing is never over and "done." It is a forever process. "The Gift of a Memory" is a needed companion during this process.