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After losing a loved one, "pay attention to the ways in which your relationship continues."
So advised Sarah Horowitz in an interview she gave the day before her unexpected death. In A Cracking of the Heart, David Horowitz explores the legacy of his extraordinary daughter's short life, and narrates his quest for a deeper understanding of the child he lost.

A remarkable woman and gifted writer, Sarah was afflicted with a birth condition that, while complicating and ultimately shortening her life, never affected her dreams. From an early age, she displayed inspiring courage in facing her own difficulties and boundless compassion for the underserved and overlooked in many communities, from an autistic niece in her own family to uneducated children in Africa.

A Cracking of the Heart chronicles the separation of father and daughter through political and familial conflicts, and their slow reunion. Alternately searing and uplifting, it reconciles what could have been with what is, taking the reader through a father's love, frustration, admiration, and grief, to what lies beyond.

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After losing a loved one, "pay attention to the ways in which your relationship continues."

So advised Sarah Horowitz in an interview she gave the day before her unexpected death. In A Cracking of the Heart, David Horowitz explores the legacy of his extraordinary daughter's short life, and narrates his quest for a deeper understanding of the child he lost.

A remarkable woman and gifted writer, Sarah was afflicted with a birth condition that, while complicating and ultimately shortening her life, never affected her dreams. From an early age, she displayed inspiring courage in facing her own difficulties and boundless compassion for the underserved and overlooked in many communities, from an autistic niece in her own family to uneducated children in Africa.

A Cracking of the Heart chronicles the separation of father and daughter through political and familial conflicts, and their slow reunion. Alternately searing and uplifting, it reconciles what could have been with what is, taking the reader through a father's love, frustration, admiration, and grief, to what lies beyond.

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"Horowitz puts forth a touching and deeply told story between father and daughter. Similar backgrounds branch off into entirely different beliefs and lifestyles and yet with each turning page we see that blood runs far deeper than politics. A very engaging read."
--Robert Duvall, Academy Award-winning actor

"David Horowitz's book is filled with the passion born of love and commitment to family. It is a guide to family love and the triumphs of a wonderful daughter."
--Juan Williams, author of Eyes on the Prize

"This extraordinary book is a father's tribute to an amazing daughter who took on the problems of her community and her world with no regard to her own physical limitations. We treasure the time we had with this activist who left the world too soon and are deeply moved by her father's determination to tell her story that others might walk in her path."
--Ruth Messinger, President, American Jewish World Service

"David Horowitz understands tikkun olam from the inside out. He's one of those rare activists who is willing to learn from experience, from doubt, and from other people. I encourage you all to do the same by engaging with his fine and heartfelt book."
--Douglas Rushkoff, author of Life Inc. and Nothing Sacred

"A Cracking of the Heart will indeed crack your heart, as it did mine. Rarely has a parent written so movingly of the life and death of a child as David Horowitz has of his physically disabled yet powerfully alive daughter, Sarah. It is inconceivable to me that there is a parent--or child--who will not be deeply affected by the wisdom and the humanity of this book."
--Dennis Prager, nationally syndicated radio talk show host, columnist, and bestselling author of Happiness Is a Serious Problem

Publisher : Regnery Publishing; Illustrated edition (October 26, 2009)
Language : English
Hardcover : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 1596981032
ISBN-13 : 978-1596981034
Item Weight : 11.5 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.9 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #2,183,408 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2,465 in Fatherhood (Books)
- #4,812 in Grief & Bereavement
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charlene at Dosido Bookshelf

I'm glad I read this book.

Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2009

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I'm glad I read this book. I finished it in one day, yet the characters will live on with me for a long time. I feel like I know Sarah Horowitz, and through her, many others who live with disabilities. One of my favorite sections introduced me to Mariah, Sarah's niece born with severe autism. While it shares Sarah's struggles, the book also shares the attachments, anxieties and tensions of Sarah's parents. It is a great read for all parents and full of hope for parents whose children are disabled. I will always remember the mystery of the white rose.

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J. D. Christensen

Thoughtful and touching

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2011

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Any parent of a handicapped child will recognize many of the themes of this book. We experience fear as our kids mature and begin to navigate the often-unfriendly world. We feel our child's disappointments and the compromises she will have to make. We tread that fine line between helping and intruding. This book is a thoughtful exploration of those themes, but is more.

The gulf between his political views and his daughter's views as well as the common moral and spiritual political ground that they came to inhabit is also examined.

This is a great read on many levels.

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afp

A Father's Love

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2011

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Just recently became aware of David Horowitz ... he has quite a big persona, and I am sure it was not an easy task to live under his shadow. His love for his daughter shines through on each page. I finished this book in just a few days and feel as if I actually knew Sarah; unfortunately I did not. I would definitely recommend this book. There is nothing quite like a father/daughter relationship. afp; Fairfield, CT

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Refugees' Daughter

A worthwhile read

Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2010

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David Horowitz's memoir of his daughter is a poignant reminder of how a life can be filled with love, determination, and meaning in spite of the impediments of birth defects. He writes in an almost dispassionate recounting of her friends and career. More moving are his regrets in their relationship. Also interesting are the descriptions of how different religions overlap. I read this book together with Left Illusions and found them both to be wonderful insights into one of the nation's most intriguing minds. The two books show him to be compassionate and caring as well generous with his innermost thoughts. I liked the book very much and only gave it three stars because I don't think Horowitz shares enough of himself in the book. Perhaps he is too close to the subject or wants the book to only be about his daughter, but I thought if he had put a bit more of himself into the book it would have made more engaging reading. A worthwhile read.

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LucyLouise

The Cracking of the Heart

Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2010

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Truly a heartwarming read. David Horowitz is a truly great writer.
He writes this loving memoir of his daughter straight from the heart,
the "cracked heart." His courageous daughter should make us remember
to live to make every day count and to tell those we love that we do
love and appreciate them.

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Grandma

A father who lost a daughter he loved very much.

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2014

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Mr. Horowitz is a wonderful writer I have read another book about his life since the sixties and his beliefs .His insights regarding his daughter and fatherhood are heartwarming. I would definitely recommend this wonderful narration to anyone.

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Daniel Long

Poignant and moving

Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2013

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A beautiful and engaging memoir about a daughter lost to death. An amazing tribute to humanity, life, death, spirituality, and the bonds of family.

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phillip Anthony villari

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2015

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Very moving

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Barbara

A beautiful and heartfelt account of the loss of a well-loved ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2016

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A beautiful and heartfelt account of the loss of a well-loved child. What would seem to be a depressing subject is actually full of hope for the future.

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