Death be not proud

This book is a deeply personal memoir written by John Gunther about his son, Johnny Gunther, and his battle with a brain tumor. It recounts their family's real experiences and struggles during Johnny's illness.

The title is a direct quote from a famous sonnet by John Donne, reflecting the book's central theme of confronting mortality and finding dignity and courage in the face of death. It underscores the philosophical and emotional depth of the narrative.

A television film adaptation of Death Be Not Proud was produced and aired, bringing the Gunther family's story to a wider audience.