Books Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson, 25th Anniversary Edition  by Mitch Albom (Author)

"Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson" by Mitch Albom is a poignant memoir recounting the author's weekly visits to his former college sociology professor, Morrie Schwartz, who is dying of ALS. Over fourteen Tuesdays, Albom learns profound life lessons from Morrie as they discuss topics such as love, work, death, forgiveness, and the meaning of life.

The book contrasts Morrie's compassionate, wise approach to life and death with the pressures of modern, materialistic culture. Morrie advises Albom to pursue love and connection, accept mortality, reject societal greed and superficiality, and live authentically. Albom’s narrative combines memoir with philosophical reflections, showcasing Morrie’s openness, humor, and vulnerability during his final months.