Tuesdays With Morrie

PREFACE

“Tuesdays with Morrie” is a memoir by Mitch Albom, published in 1997. The book recounts the time Albom spent with his former sociology professor, Morrie Schwartz, during the last months of Morrie’s life. The narrative is structured around a series of visits that take place every Tuesday, during which Morrie shares his wisdom and insights about life, death, and everything in between.

The story unfolds as follows:

1. **Reunion**: Mitch Albom, a successful sports journalist, learns that his beloved college professor Morrie Schwartz is battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease. After seeing Morrie on a television program, Mitch reaches out, and they reconnect after many years.

2. **Tuesdays with Morrie**: Mitch begins visiting Morrie every Tuesday, just as they used to meet for classes years ago. Each visit covers a different topic, such as love, work, family, death, and forgiveness. Through these conversations, Morrie imparts his philosophical and deeply humanistic views on life.

3. **Lessons on Life**: Morrie’s lessons are heartfelt and profound, drawing from his own experiences and the stark reality of his terminal illness. He emphasizes the importance of human connection, the need to live authentically, and the value of love and compassion.

4. **Mitch’s Transformation**: Throughout the visits, Mitch undergoes a personal transformation. He reflects on his own life, re-evaluates his priorities, and learns to appreciate the deeper, more meaningful aspects of existence that Morrie teaches him.

“Tuesdays with Morrie” is a touching and thought-provoking book that explores the human condition, the significance of relationships, and the ways in which we can find meaning and purpose in our lives. It has inspired many readers to reflect on their own lives and to cherish the moments and people that truly matter.