muscular dystrophy in children

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muscular dystrophy in children

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the legacy of Mattie J.T. Stepanek and Heartsongs
2010
Chronicles the life of Mattie J.T. Stepanek, who was born with a rare form of muscular dystrophy--Dysautonomic Mitochondrial Myopathy--and became a bestselling author and inspirational speaker before his death at age fourteen. Includes excerpts from his poetry.

Loving through heartsongs

2003
A collection of poems by Mattie Stepanek, a boy with muscular dystrophy, on the theme of love, including love from lessons, in creation, through people, amid challenges, and for the future. Includes a foreword by Maya Angelou.

Muscular dystrophy

2012
Discusses muscular dystrophy, including treatment, controversy, and personal narratives of those afflicted.
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