OTTAWA, ONTARIO
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association, nearly 15 million adults suffer from some form of depression. Professor, author, and distinguished scholar, Ian Prattis believes that the power of inner strength can help these wounded souls overcome their worldly crutches.
"The greatest gift one can be given is that of finding one's true nature," Prattis said. "The human spirit is resilient and can triumph over tragedy and psychological dependence."
Prattis' new novel, "Redemption" is an allegory for depression and life difficulties that he himself once experienced. The novel, which is set off the northwest coast of Scotland, illuminates startling cycles of maturing and downfall experienced by the book's main character - Callum Mor - a gifted child, master mariner, derelict drunk, who finally gains wisdom from a hard life's journey.
Callum Mor's character is epic and takes the reader on a deep Hero's Journey. His failings and misery are ultimately conquered when he saves the life of a young girl and comprehends the fragility and beauty of human existence.
Redemption is a companion to "Trailing Sky Six Feathers: One Man's Journey with His Muse", which was also published in 2014. Both books can be viewed at http://www.ianprattis.com.
"Redemption"
By Ian Prattis
Price: $15.99
ISBN: 978-1-4990-1234-7
Available at: Amazon, Xlibris and Barnes and Noble online bookstores
About the Author
Ian Prattis is a poet, Professor Emeritus, founder of Friends for Peace and a spiritual warrior for planetary care and social justice. Ian now lives with his wife Carolyn in the west end of Ottawa where the Pine Gate Meditation Hall is located in the lower level of their home. Since retiring from Carleton University in 2007, he has authored four books on dharma, two on the environment, a legend/autobiographical combo and this novel. He enjoys the freedom to create at his own pace and has yet to discern the ordinary meaning of retirement.
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