The Madness of Grief & Fathomless 2 Books Collection Set by Rev. Richard Coles - Non Fiction - Mixed Format

Titles in This Set:
The Madness of Grief: A Memoir of Love and Loss
Fathomless Riches: Or How I Went From Pop to Pulpit

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Mixed lot
ISBN: 9781474619622 9781780226194

Overview:
Two intimate, candid memoirs from Reverend Richard Coles form a powerful two-book collection. The Madness of Grief: A Memoir of Love and Loss documents the shock of losing his partner, David Coles, just before Christmas in 2019. Coles writes with unflinching honesty about funerals, faith, and the stubborn work of healing, offering a portrait of grief that is both spiritual and deeply human. The companion volume, Fathomless Riches: Or How I Went From Pop to Pulpit, traces Coles’s remarkable shift from a rock-and-roll life to a vocation in the Church, delivering wit, warmth, and hard-won wisdom about identity, faith, and belonging. Together, these books illuminate a life lived in two very different worlds and show how humour can sit alongside sorrow, and curiosity beside conviction. This collection is ideal for readers who crave memoirs that feel intimate and lived-in, and for fans of modern faith told with humility and charm. A meaningful, gift-worthy pairing for anyone exploring love, loss, and belief.

What Makes This Collection Special:
These two volumes sit side by side to trace a complete arc: from intimate grief to public faith, from the personal to the universal. The Madness of Grief offers a compassionate, granular look at bereavement, not as a quiz to solve, but as a life after loss—where rituals, memories, and small daily acts become anchors. Fathomless Riches counters with a memoir of reinvention, offering readers a portrait of a man who found purpose by answering a higher calling, yet did not abandon his sense of humour or his rock-and-roll past. The pairing creates a binge-worthy reading journey—a contrast and a conversation between sorrow and celebration, doubt and devotion, secular history and sacred vocation. This set is a thoughtful gift for readers who enjoy character-driven non-fiction, warm storytelling, and books that invite honest reflection about faith, love, and what it means to live a meaningful life.

Books Included in This Collection:
The Madness of Grief: A Memoir of Love and Loss
Richard Coles bares the vulnerability behind grief in this memoir. When his partner David Coles dies at 43, the ordinary acts of pastoral care—counselling the bereaved, performing rites, and guiding others through loss—collide with his own overwhelming sorrow. The book navigates the rituals of faith, questions about life after death, and the stubborn work of healing. Through lucid storytelling and quiet humour, Coles invites readers into a nuanced experience of mourning, offering companionship, reassurance, and a new vocabulary for grief. This is a steady, empathetic friend for anyone who has faced loss or confronted mortality, and a reminder that love can endure beyond absence. Fathomless Riches: Or How I Went From Pop to Pulpit
Fathomless Riches traces Coles’s improbable journey from pop to pulpit. From the neon-lit era of The Communards to the quiet discipline of priestly life, he writes with warmth, humility, and sly humor about identity, fame, and faith. The memoir is both a backstage pass to a musician-turned-cleric and a thoughtful meditation on what it means to find belonging in unexpected places. Coles’s storytelling blends entertaining anecdotes with sharp reflections on belief, making this a book for readers who want laughter, insight, and a sense of grace in equal measure.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for readers who love intimate, character-driven memoirs with a spiritual thread. This two-book collection suits those curious about modern church life, personal reinvention, and the human side of fame. It also makes a thoughtful gift for fans of Richard Coles, book clubs seeking authentic non-fiction, or any reader seeking warmth, honesty, and a sense of wonder in life. The set provides two connected perspectives—grief and resilience, reinvention and vocation—delivered in a single, beautifully cohesive package.

Key Benefits:

• Two vivid, complementary memoirs from a trusted voice
• Honest exploration of grief, faith, and identity
• From pop stardom to priestly vocation—an unforgettable journey
• Warm, witty storytelling that remains deeply human
• Thoughtful gift for memoir lovers and non-fiction readers
• Convenient combined edition with consistent design
• Excellent for personal reflection, reading groups, or gifting

About the Author:
Reverend Richard Coles is a priest in the Church of England and a broadcaster whose warm, witty voice has endeared him to readers and listeners alike. A former member of the pop duo The Communards, he brings a rare blend of musical memory and spiritual insight to his writing. His memoirs chart a remarkable path from life on stage to life in the pulpit, with candour about love, loss, and belief. Coles writes with empathy, humor, and a practical faith that invites readers to ask big questions without losing hope. This blend of humour, humility, and honesty has earned him a broad, devoted following across books, radio, and public speaking.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the Reverend Richard Coles two-book collection offers two unforgettable journeys in one premium package. The Madness of Grief provides companionship through loss, while Fathomless Riches offers a map to purpose and belonging. Together they present a holistic portrait of a life that has spanned stage lights and church candles—a rare, compelling blend for memoir enthusiasts and readers seeking faith-informed insight. A thoughtful gift for readers, collectors, and fans of warm, literate non-fiction who want books that speak personally and feel universally resonant.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.