Description
In this acclaimed memoir, a young college student is thrust into the role of guardian for his eight-year-old brother after the sudden deaths of both their parents. Faced with unimaginable grief, he navigates the complexities of raising a child while grappling with his own loss and the absurdity of life. This profoundly moving and inventive narrative blends laugh-out-loud humor with raw emotional honesty, redefining the boundaries of family and storytelling. It's a testament to the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of staggering adversity.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Jan 1, 2001
500 pages
ISBN: 9780375725784
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Details
First Published
2001
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius by Dave Eggers.