A New York Times Notable Book"Grealy has turned her misfortune into a book that is engaging and engrossing, a story of grace as well as cruelty, and a demonstration of her own wit and style and class."—Washington Post Book World“It is impossible to read Autobiography of a Face without having your consciousness raised forever.” – MirabellaIn this celebrated memoir and exploration of identity, cancer transforms the author’s face, childhood, and the rest of her life.At age nine, Lucy Grealy was diagnosed with a potentially terminal cancer. When she returned to school with a third of her jaw removed, she faced the cruel taunts of classmates. It took her twenty years of living with a distorted self-image and more than thirty years of reconstructive procedures before she could come to terms with her appearance. In this lyrical and strikingly candid memoir, Grealy tells her story of great suffering and remarkable strength without sentimentality and with considerable wit. She captures what it is like as a child and a young adult to be torn between two warring impulses: to feel that more than anything else we want to be loved for who we are, while wishing desperately and secretly to be perfect.
Details e-book Autobiography Of A Face
🗸 Author(s): Lucy Grealy
🗸 Title: Autobiography Of A Face
🗸 Rating : 4.4 from 5 stars (612 reviews)
🗸 ISBN-10: 0544837398
🗸 ISBN-13: 9780544837393
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Readers' opinions about Autobiography Of A Face by Lucy Grealy
Simona Skinner
This book exceeded all my expectations. The world-building was rich and immersive, and the characters felt like real people with their strengths and vulnerabilities. The author's ability to evoke emotions through their words is commendable. I was swept away by the tale of bravery and resilience, and it will stay with me for a long time.
Ida Martin
The beauty of this book lies in its ability to touch the depths of the human heart. The author's exploration of emotions and relationships was tender and authentic. It was a soul-stirring journey filled with love, hope, and introspection. This book reminded me why I fell in love with reading in the first place.
Alison Woolridge
I was enchanted by this book's lyrical prose and mesmerizing narrative. The vivid descriptions transported me to a world of magic and wonder. The characters were multidimensional, with flaws and strengths that made them feel like real people. This book was an unforgettable journey, and I am grateful for the experience it provided.
