A Promise of Rest
Stories from the Commonplace
by Ron Lands
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Pub Date 10 Feb 2026 | Archive Date 18 Mar 2026
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Description
A Promise of Rest invites readers into the intimate world of a physician who has spent a lifetime caring for patients with cancer and other chronic illnesses. From his beginnings in a small-town hospital to a career in hematology, oncology, geriatrics, and palliative care, he reflects on the “cauldron of emotion and experience” that defined his work.
These stories—drawn from daily reflections and reimagined memories—reveal both the science of medicine and the humanity at its heart. Patients’ last words, last breaths, and moments of humor or resilience sit alongside advances in treatment and the timeless importance of listening with empathy. Whether navigating advanced directives, the will to live, or the acceptance of death, each encounter uncovers the courage and complexity of the human spirit.
At once personal and universal, A Promise of Rest is a testament to healing, memory, and what Dr. William Osler called “the true poetry of life—the poetry of the commonplace.”
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
"Ron Lands' writing is heartfelt, capturing the beauty and fragility of the human spirit. This collection offers a meaningful exploration of how illness can shape and redefine our understanding of what it means to live and die. It will leave readers with a renewed appreciation for the power of compassion and the enduring impact of human connection." – Readers' Favorite
"Lands notices smells, gestures, the way a nurse’s stockings crease or how a boy pinches the bridge of his nose to keep from crying. The chapters are small, but they feel dense with lived time; you can sense the decades of work behind a single sentence about an IV line or a CT image. I appreciated how unsentimental he stays while clearly caring deeply, he lets scenes sit, without forcing me to feel a particular way, which weirdly made the emotion land harder." – Literary Titan
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798901740200 |
| PRICE | $14.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 156 |
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