{"product_id":"as-a-mere-breath-markus-mcdowell-9781958139639","title":"As a Mere Breath: Short Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs a Mere Breath: Short Stories\u003c\/em\u003e by Markus McDowell is a compelling and thought-provoking collection that delves into the intricate tapestry of human experience, resilience, and redemption. Nine evocative tales offer a unique lens on life's challenges and triumphs. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 39:5, which reflects on the fleeting nature of existence, the book opens with the haunting \"Fishhooks,\" a metaphorical exploration of being ensnared by life's burdens, followed by stories like\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- \"You Made Your Bed...,\" a poignant look at neglect and self-discovery, \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- \"Train Wreck,\" a meditative journey through order and chaos. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOther standout pieces include \"Motivation Null,\" a programmer's struggle with burnout, \"Schadenfreude,\" a café scene of unintended humor, and \"Guillotine,\" a historical narrative of fear and fate. The collection culminates with \"Battle-Weary,\" a powerful Arthurian tale of leadership and moral dilemmas amid war.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Markus McDowell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1958139637\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781958139639\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Riversong Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/19\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 102\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.24lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.24d","brand":"Markus McDowell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49165891600639,"sku":"9781958139639","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/as-a-mere-breath-markus-mcdowell-9781958139639","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}