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Terry:

my daughter's life-and-death struggle with alcoholism
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Villard Books, May 14, 1996 - Biography & Autobiography - 208 pages
public figure addressed such difficult, intimate issues with such courage and bravery. In a moving, passionate memoir, former Senator George McGovern recalls the events leading up to his daughter Terry's death as a result of alcoholism. What McGovern learned from Terry is an unforgettable, poignant tale certain to engender controversy and compassion. of photos.

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Review: Terry: My Daughter's Life-and-Death Struggle with Alcoholism

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Heart wrenching story of George McGovern's battle with alcoholism. Very compelling read, but writing was stilted and hard to read. It was well worth reading, I only wish the writing had been a bit better.

Review: Terry: My Daughter's Life-and-Death Struggle with Alcoholism

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In a word: Sad. A must read for someone who knows or has known someone suffering from the disease of alcoholism. This has been a very enlightening read from a father who watched a precious daughter finally succomb. Read full review

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Section 2
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Section 3
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