Excavating the Cruelty of Memories: Exploring the Depths of Adult Trauma

In the depth of human suffering we discover the reality of God.

Theodore McDowell has published a series of three books of poetry which explore his journey through childhood and adult trauma to renewal and recovery.

The first book, Evenings on the Edge of Death, focuses on the author's traumatic experiences within his family of origin. Topics include child abuse, alcoholism, mental illness, and suicide. This book also examinations Mr. McDowell's grief related to his mother's dementia. Finall...