How Did Mitch And Morrie Change The Life Of Morrie

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The book is about the one of the author’s favorite professor, Morrie Schwartz. It focuses on how his professor made a huge impact in his life. It tackles about the Tuesdays that Mitch and Morrie spends today, sharing major life lessons and values.
Summary
The author started the novel by introducing Morrie Schwartz; he said he was one of his favorites. Morrie could feel that his body is slowing down; he loved to dance but could no longer. When he reached his seventies, he was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral Sclerosis (ALS). As they were catching up, Mitch explained that he chose to forego music and decided to accomplish his Master’s Degree in Journalism. Mitch and Morrie began seeing each other every Tuesday.
Each chapter in the book flashbacks

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