In The Lyme-Light
Portraits of Illness and Healing
About the book
I created the original paintings and narrative in this book based on my own journey through chronic Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, to help other people suffering from these illnesses to communicate an insider’s perspective with their family, friends, co-workers, teachers, and medical practitioners. The book vividly expresses what will be familiar to many Lyme patients, and serves to orient readers unfamiliar with the topic. It also offers many examples of support for healing that I found valuable. It has encouraged hundreds of people to self-advocate for the multilevel treatment and support they needed.
90 pages
11” x 11” paperback
Maine Authors Publishing, 2014
ISBN: 9781938883941
$22.95
Reviews
“Your work, your journey, your insights, spoke to me on many different levels. The book made me think, and forced some much needed growth. So first and foremost, I want to say Thank You. It is a piece of art. Truly. Well written, incredibly descriptive, and spoken with a voice that is somehow a seamless blend of teacher/student, healer/patient.”
—Dr. Blake Rosso, D.C., Lyme survivor
“My first reactions to In the Lyme-Light were surprise, recognition, and gratitude. I hope that readers will share this book with as many people as possible, not only to heighten awareness and understanding for those who live with Lyme, but also because prevention is one of the best weapons we have in fighting what is currently a losing battle against the growing epidemic of Lyme. I believe that this book will contribute to the growing literature on Lyme disease not only as an artistic statement but also as a medium that may open peoples’ eyes and hearts to the inner world of those who are experiencing a life-changing illness. I just want to thank Emily for sharing her extraordinary book with me.”
—Patricia L. Gerbarg, M.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, New York Medical College, co-author of How to Use Herbs, Nutrients and Yoga in Mental Health Care
“Your book is truly a prized addition to my bookshelf. Your words seem effortless and yet communicate a story so large and deep and complex. Thank you so much for writing and illustrating with such clarity and heart. This will become an inspiration to a growing generation of suffering Lyme patients.”
—Tom Stewart, artist, recovering from Lyme
“Emily has the rare ability to infuse her work with both lyricism and wisdom. In the Lyme-Light brings truth and beauty to us in visual paintings and written words. The Lyme disease journey to recovery is not for the faint of heart, but a pilgrimage much like the ancient monks walked in ages past. These pages speak to us all; honoring the courage, grace and ability for rebirth we all bear. Namaste.”
—Katina I. Makris, CCH, CIH, author of Out of the Woods, Lyme Light Radio host
“Emily Bracale is yet another casualty of the lack of public education regarding tick-borne disease complex, but as an accomplished artist she has found a brilliant way to convey some of the unspeakable difficulties many patients with persistent Lyme disease go through.”
—Constance “Happy” Dickey, R.N., Board of Directors MaineLyme, Formerly on Board of Directors of ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society)