Tuesdays with Morrie is a memoir written by Mitch Albom, the protagonist of the story. The book was published in 1997 and became an instant best-seller. It is based on the true story of Mitch's reunion with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz, whom he had lost touch with for almost twenty years.
The story begins with Mitch's career as a successful sportscaster and journalist, who is fully immersed in his work and has little time for anything else. He has a girlfriend named Janine, who is frustrated with his lack of commitment to their relationship. One day, while flipping through the channels on TV, he sees an interview with Morrie, who is suffering from ALS, a terminal illness that affects the nervous system.
Mitch reaches out to Morrie and they agree to meet on Tuesday afternoons for a series of conversations on life, death, and everything in between. These conversations become the basis of the book, which chronicles Morrie's insights on various topics such as love, forgiveness, aging, and the meaning of life.
Throughout the book, Morrie teaches Mitch the valuable lessons he has learned throughout his life and encourages him to reconnect with the things that truly matter. They also discuss the importance of relationships and the impact that love and compassion can have on one's life.
As the book progresses, Morrie's condition worsens and he eventually passes away. However, his teachings continue to live on in Mitch's life, and the experience changes him forever. Mitch learns to prioritize the people and experiences that truly matter and to appreciate the time he has left with them.
Tuesdays with Morrie is a heartwarming and inspiring story that reminds us of the importance of living fully and cherishing the relationships we have in our lives.