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Return of the Old Katfish
- Author
- John P. Lynch
- Narrator
- John P. Lynch
- Publish Date
- 14 September 2021
- Run Time
- 6 hours 52 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Memoirs
What to expect
John Lynch was a promising athlete, but at age eleven was struck by a crippling illness. He was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis (JA), a disease that affects 300,000 children, making them unable to live full-functioning, pain-free lives. Children with JA are called “Katfish,” a name derived from Kids and Teens’ Families Investing Support and Hope.
John continued to seek new treatments, but not until age fifty-three was he given the “miracle drug” that enabled him to sustain a thirty-year legal practice. During that time he dedicated his life to helping others who suffered from JA and became a much-honored advocate for easing their distress.
In addition to chronicling John’s journey from victim to advocate, Return of the Old Katfish includes the stories of children fighting through pain to carve out successful lives. These tales will give hope and inspiration to those afflicted with chronic illness and to anyone who must overcome a seemingly insurmountable obstacle in order to lead a happy and meaningful life.
Critics Review
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“John’s memoir is a story of how one man can stand against the odds and make a difference. It’s an inspiration that will touch your heart.”
Cathy McMorris Rodgers, congresswoman, 5th District, Washington
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“This poignant memoir about how the love of family and friends sustains us in the face of adversity speaks to each reader in a special way. John’s story will inspire and bring hope, not only to victims of juvenile arthritis but to all who suffer from a chronic medical condition.”
Maureen McGuire, attorney at law
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“John’s deeply personal perspective sheds light on the impact of the disease and how a single individual can change the way others perceive it.”
Helen Emery, MD, pediatric rheumatologist
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Details
- Author
- John P. Lynch
- Narrator
- John P. Lynch
- Duration
- 6 hours 52 minutes
- Release Date
- 14 September 2021
- ISBN
- 9781665063098
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Memoirs
Synopsis
John Lynch was a promising athlete, but at age eleven was struck by a crippling illness. He was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis (JA), a disease that affects 300,000 children, making them unable to live full-functioning, pain-free lives. Children with JA are called “Katfish,” a name derived from Kids and Teens’ Families Investing Support and Hope.John continued to seek new treatments, but not until age fifty-three was he given the “miracle drug” that enabled him to sustain a thirty-year legal practice. During that time he dedicated his life to helping others who suffered from JA and became a much-honored advocate for easing their distress.In addition to chronicling John’s journey from victim to advocate, Return of the Old Katfish includes the stories of children fighting through pain to carve out successful lives. These tales will give hope and inspiration to those afflicted with chronic illness and to anyone who must overcome a seemingly insurmountable obstacle in order to lead a happy and meaningful life.
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