Each page of this stunning new work brings a fresh discovery of ordinary words in extraordinary play as we pay attention, as we work to understand the cause of widespread contemporary depression. This word revolution, this sparkling, loving solution cleans a space in the soul long enough to peek at something true, to poke a sleeping body from sleep walking to waking up.
Excerpt
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Professional Reviews
Midwest Book Review
Depression has been defined as an illness by some, but could such an epidemic cause more damage than any other widespread illness? "The Dog of the World" takes a look at world wide spread of depression as many people throughout the globe choose their demise through suicide, losing their will to carry on. Esther is left to consider why so many would choose such an act and slowly begins to learn to understand it. "The Dog of the World" is a unique concept, masterfully executed.
The Compulsive Reader
'Filled with sorrowfulness, nuances and pathos as well as tranquility, elation and anticipation; The Dog of The World carries the reader along on a tentative journey teetering on the brink of disconcert. The writer assures us that this is a work of fiction, however, for many for whom depression is a near overpowering force; the work may seem as a page from their own perceptive.
Karsnick captures the hopes and worry and fears, successes and failures of those who suffer from depression in a manner sure to keep the reader turning the page to learn what Esther, Jason and life itself will bring to fore next. Not always an easy read, The Dog of The World will cause the reader to have flashes of retrospective moments, the ah ha insight as they see behaviors, their own or that of others they have known suddenly become clearer and a greater appreciation for what the life of those who do face depression daily, meet it head on, and sometimes win the battle must endure.'
LizerrrBeathan posting at Powell Books
“S. E. Karsnick writes with the certain authority of a roller coaster rocking out full tilt, you know it will stay on track, you hope it will stay on track because you are loving the ride, but still you are stunned to find yourself safely delivered to the only stop in a brilliant endgame. An original voice. An outstanding work. A mind altering sustenance.”
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