Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague*. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound* place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it.

    For Mitch Albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly 20 years ago.

    Maybe, like Albom, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights* faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn’t you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still trouble you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger?

    Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Schwartz in the last months of the older man’s life. Knowing he was dying, Schwartz met Albom in his study every Tuesday, just as they did back in college. The meetings turned into one final class: lessons in how to live.

    The book is a magical chronicle* of their time together, through which Albom shares his teacher’s lasting gift with the world.

    This true story about the love between a spiritual mentor and his pupil has sold more than 12 million copies.

    Albom is an author, playwright and screenwriter. He also works as a columnist and a broadcaster.

    The book, both in English and Chinese translation, is available at online bookstores like jd.com.

    (SD-Agencies)