Me, My Podium and I

By John James Cooper

In this collection of eccentric essays, Cooper shares his unique views on a variety of topics related to the human condition. They are laced with a touch of humor in order to lighten up the rather dark essence of his subject matter. He is the first to admit that his writing has a target audience-introverts only. He strongly doubts that anyo

• Language: English
• Publisher: EP&J2 PUBLISHING
• Release date: Sep 16, 2022
• ISBN: 9781735560045

John James Cooper

John James Cooper was a registered nurse who worked in Virginia State mental health institutions for thirty-two years. Now retired, he has fashioned a comfortable existence as a recluse. He spends much of his time in deep contemplation as he tries to understand, as many have before him, the mystery of life and the internal workings and contradictions of the human mind. From this study, he hopes to come to terms with himself as one of these flawed creatures.

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