David Keller Books

The book explores the profound impact of a rare inherited dementia on family dynamics, focusing on David Keller's Uncle George, whose diagnosis prompts reflection on generational health issues. As poets, David and Eloise Bruce weave their individual and collective experiences into a narrative that delves into the complexities of life, loss, and the shared burden of genetic illness. The work offers a poignant examination of memory, legacy, and the emotional landscape shaped by a condition that has long affected their family.

The narrative delves into the significant yet overlooked history of Camp Douglas, where more Confederate soldiers perished than on battlefields during the Civil War. Initially built for training Union troops, it transformed into a prison camp for nearly thirty thousand Confederate inmates from 1862 until its closure in 1865. David Keller provides a contemporary analysis of this site, shedding light on its misunderstood legacy and contributing valuable scholarship on military prisons.

Focusing on the practice of centering prayer, this book explores its significance as both a meditative technique and a means to experience God's presence in daily life. David Keller, a close associate of Thomas Keating, provides practical guidance for personal prayer, addresses common challenges, and highlights what distinguishes centering prayer from other traditions. His insights aim to deepen the understanding and practice of this spiritual approach among Episcopalians and Roman Catholics in various settings.