John James Cooper

In this collection of eccentric essays, Cooper shares his unique views on a variety of topics related to the human condition. They are laced with a touch of humor in order to lighten up the rather dark essence of his subject matter. He is the first to admit that his writing has a target audience-introverts only. He strongly doubts that anyone with an extrovert's DNA sequence will appreciate or even understand his offerings. He presents these personal perceptions with the explicit intent of soliciting comments and productive criticisms from his readers, which he hopes will challenge and possibly expand his understanding of himself and the world around him.

In I Feel Therefore I Am, John James Cooper explores his emotional experiences through poems and essays. In writing this book Cooper, who describes himself as a loner and the antithesis of a people person, takes the bold step of sharing his deeply personal thoughts and experiences. Questioning whether his intense need for privacy somehow negates his life experiences, he chooses to share his "private possessions" with others. While Cooper is unafraid to examine and expose his darker thoughts, the reader ultimately comes away with hope for our human plight. In these profoundly moving pieces, the reader is encouraged to reflect on their own emotional experiences.