True Strength - by Kevin Sorbo (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Originally published in hardcover in 2011.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>In this inspiring memoir, the star of <i>Hercules</i> shares the story of the sudden aneurysm and multiple strokes that left him incapacitated--but ultimately redefined his definition of success.</b> <p/>On television, Kevin Sorbo portrayed an invincible demigod; in his real life, an aneurysm caused strokes that left him partially blind and incapacitated at just thirty-eight years old. Yet since appearances are everything in Hollywood, he hid the full details about his condition from the press and continued to film <i>Hercules</i>, which was the number one TV series in the world.<br><i><br>True Strength</i> is the story of transformation, persistence, and hope in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Sorbo reflects on his childhood in Minnesota and his early acting days in Hollywood, to his charmed life as television's beloved Hercules, and where he is today. He recounts the onset of his symptoms, his frightening hospitalization, and his arduous path to recovery. With this honest account of personal tragedy and triumph, Sorbo aims to blaze a trail for those who have ever suffered acute illness or a serious setback in life and are now struggling to find their way back. <br><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><i>True Strength </i>covers the stunning transformation of how a powerful man found himself brought low, and how embracing his frailties saved him from missing out on what really matters: love and family...The narrative voice is genuine and powerful, with Sorbo's infectious positive attitude and guileless approach to success.<br>--<i><b>San Francisco Book Review/Sacramento Book Review</b></i><br><br>[A] candid memoir. Readers who have experienced similar health issues will relate to and appreciate the raw emotion that Sorbo shares...[Sorbo] is able to make the details of his illness and its aftermath as compelling as any mystery novel...One needn't be a fan of the actor to appreciate the story told in <i>True Strength</i>. It is, in its own way, as inspirational and insightful as any myth.<br>--<i><b>Curled Up with a Good Book</b></i><br><br>[A] compelling memoir...Throughout his chatty tale, [Sorbo] drops enough Hollywood names to make any<i> Us Weekly</i> reader happy.<br>--<i><b>Booklist</b></i><br><br>[A] compelling memoir.--<i><b>Tucson Citizen</b></i><br><br>[Sorbo's] story is honest, inspiring, and cautionary: don't ignore your body when it warns you.<br>--<i><b>WTBF Radio</b></i><br><br>A gripping account of Sorbo's illness and gradual recovery.<br>--<i><b>Huffington Post</b></i><br><br>A powerful autobiography...An outstanding survey, highly recommended for any film or general lending collection strong in actors' stories and accounts of personal strength and recovery!<br>--<i><b>American Profile</b></i><br><br>A powerful pick for any general lending library, offering a riveting blend of an insider's view of Hollywood's reaction to illness and the long road back from the brink of death. <br>--<i><b>Midwest Book Review</b></i><br><br>A story of inspiration and hope through the most trying of situations. It should be read by everyone so that they can understand, even if just a little bit, how it feels to live through a stroke or other life altering medical issue, and come out on the other side spiritually renewed. <br>--<i><b>ThirdOptionMen.org</b></i><br><br>An informative, inspirational memoir...A very personal, realistic account of a devastating event to which we can all relate in some way, having faced adversities of our own. [Sorbo's] frank, casual narrative draws readers into his story.<br>--<i><b>Pottstown Mercury</b></i><br><br>An inspirational read.--<i><b>Westlake Malibu Lifestyle</b></i><br><br>As much an inspirational story as a narrative about the former model's rise to cable stardom, the often surprisingly candid memoir offers a look at the effects long-term debilitation can have on relationships and careers...A compelling look at a life temporarily derailed.<br>--<i><b>A.V. Club</b></i><br><br>He's got a conversational writing style that makes it easy to imagine his voice and mannerisms while you turn the pages. His presentation is passionate. His outlook is optimistic. He doesn't pull his punches...<i>True Strength</i> is more than the story of how Kevin Sorbo beat the odds, banished his demons, and went on to be a better man. It's a roadmap for others to follow, if they should ever find themselves in a similar situation. <br>--<i><b>Politics & Patriotism</b></i><br><br>His story is no mythic journey; it's all too human, and well worth reading.: --<i><b>Shelf Awareness for Readers</b></i><br><br>Inspirational as well as instructive.--<i><b>Blogcritics.org</b></i><br><br>Sorbo is candid about the hopelessness and resentment that characterized his slow recovery, his frustration with contradictory medical advice and holistic therapies of varying effectiveness and the stress his condition placed on his new marriage.<br>--<i><b>Kirkus Reviews</b></i><br><br>The story of his harrowing journey is told with humor and honesty. An inspiring book for everyone who's battled health issues, or watched a loved one suffer debilitating illness.<br>--<i><b>WomanAroundTown.com</b></i><br><br>This actor has a real and really interesting story to tell...This is the story of a man who had taken from him that which made up the entirety of his persona: strength. And how he recovered.<br>--<i><b>Asbury Park Press</b></i><br><br>This book is intended to give hope to those who have encountered unforeseen ailments and need encouragement to overcome their frailties. It shows that with the will to go on, following the advice of doctors, and most importantly accepting support from significant others, true strength emerges.<br>--<i><b>Kingman Daily Miner</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Kevin Sorbo</b> is an actor, producer, and director, best known for his leading roles on <i>Hercules: The Legendary Journeys</i> and Gene Rodenberry's <i>Andromeda</i>. He lives with his family in California.
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