A charming and intimate collection of correspondence between #1
New York Times
bestselling author Anderson Cooper and his mother, Gloria Vanderbilt, that offers timeless wisdom and a revealing glimpse into their lives.
Anderson Cooper's intensely busy career as a journalist for CNN and CBS'
60 Minutes
affords him little time to spend with his ninety-one year old mother. After she briefly fell ill, he and Gloria began a conversation through e-mail unlike any they had ever had before--a correspondence of surprising honesty and depth in which they discussed their lives, the things that matter to them, and what they still want to learn about each other.
Both a son's love letter to his mother in her final years and an unconventional mother's life lessons for her grown son,
The Rainbow Comes and Goes
offers a rare window into their close relationship and fascinating lives. In these often hilarious and touching exchanges, they share their most private thoughts and the hard-earned truths they've learned along the way. Throughout, their distinctive personalities shine through--Anderson's darker outlook on the world is a brilliant contrast to his mother's idealism and unwavering optimism.
An appealing blend of memoir and inspirational advice,
is a beautiful and affectionate celebration of the profound and universal bond between a parent and child, and, like
Tuesdays with Morrie
, a thoughtful reflection on life and love, reminding us of the precious knowledge and insight that remains to be shared, no matter what age we are.