Live or Die summarizes the purpose of the book. It is a stoiry of the alternatives between life and death and specifically refers to the third leadimng cause of death in this country and around the world - stroke. Every 45 seconds someone is stricken with stroke in this country, about 15 million around the world, and a 1/2 million die. The book is a story of hope and practical advice on how to handle the problem, survive and recover as a whole and better person.