A beautiful gift for oneself or others, this book will help open the window and let in the light that will guide readers to finding inner strength, wisdom, and serenity. The author, Claudia Black, Ph. D. is the renowned expert, author, and researcher who pioneered the field of family systems and addictive disorders.. The Wisdom of Hope treats recovery as a holistic concept, so this book is perfect for those in recovery from any manifestation of addiction, behavioral (process) addictions, or childhood abuse or trauma.. Supports the development of twelve-step principles.