"Birds from the Thicket" Author Discusses Bipolar Struggle

Washington State resident Gerry Bradley’s first book, called “Birds from the Thicket,” touches upon overcoming great odds, including his struggle with bipolar disorder. “It’s not just for those who suffer from the disease, but for all those who are on the periphery and who are dealing with it,” Bradley told The Enid (Oklahoma) News & Eagle on Sunday. Bradley, who started working on the book seven years ago, told The News & Eagle that the book was inspired by his faith and God and a realization that these efforts are “what being a Christian is all about, helping people.” Bradley adds, “As a person of faith, I think God has been preparing me for this all my life.”