Description: The Meaning of Matthew by Judy Shepard Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The mother of Matthew Shepard, the young man murdered in 1998 simply for being gay, shares her story about her sons death and the choice she made to become an international gay rights activist. Publisher Description "The Meaning of Matthew is Judy Shepards passionate and courageous attempt to understand what no mother should have to understand, which is why her son was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming, in the fall of 1998. It is a vivid testimony to a life cut short, and testimony too, to the bravery and compassion of Judy and Dennis—Matthews parents—as they struggle to survive a grief that wont go away."—Larry McMurty, author of Terms of Endearment and Lonesome Dove Today the name Matthew Shepard is synonymous with gay rights, but until 1998, he was just Judy Shepards son. In this remarkably candid memoir, Judy Shepard shares the story behind the headlines. Interweaving memories of Matthew and her family with the challenges of confronting her sons death, Judy describes how she handled the crippling loss of her child in the public eye, the vigils and protests held by strangers in her sons name, and ultimately how she and her husband gained the courage to help prosecutors convict her sons murderers. The Meaning of Matthew is more than a retelling of horrific injustice that brought the reality of inequality and homophobia into the American consciousness. It is an unforgettable and inspiring account of how one ordinary woman turned an unthinkable tragedy into a vital message for the world. Author Biography Judy Shepard is cofounder of the Matthew Shepard Foundation, which is dedicated to social justice, diversity awareness and education, and equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people. Shepard speaks across the country on behalf of the foundation. Details ISBN 0452296382 ISBN-13 9780452296381 Title The Meaning of Matthew Author Judy Shepard Format Paperback Year 2010 Pages 288 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc GE_Item_ID:141702813; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
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ISBN-13: 9780452296381
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Book Title: Meaning of Matthew : My Son's Murder in Laramie, and a World Transformed
Number of Pages: 288 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Item Height: 0.6 in
Publication Year: 2010
Topic: Lgbt Studies / General, Murder / General, Children's Studies, Death, Grief, Bereavement, Sociology / General, Parenting / Motherhood, Lgbt Studies / Gay Studies, Lgbt, Criminology
Genre: Family & Relationships, True Crime, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Item Weight: 8.8 Oz
Author: Judy Shepard
Item Length: 7.9 in
Item Width: 5.2 in
Format: Uk-B Format Paperback
