Description
This powerful memoir chronicles a life irrevocably shaped by childhood cancer and its lasting physical and emotional scars. Diagnosed at nine, the author endured extensive treatment that left her with a visibly altered face, leading to years of profound social isolation and the sting of cruel judgment. With unflinching honesty and a sharp wit, she explores the deep-seated pain of feeling 'ugly' and the complex struggle between the desire for acceptance and the yearning for an idealized perfection. Grealy's narrative offers a profound meditation on identity, resilience, and the enduring human quest to be seen and loved for who we truly are.
Available Editions
paperback
Harper Collins
Published Mar 18, 2003
260 pages
ISBN: 9780060569662
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Details
First Published
1994
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Autobiography of a Face by Lucy Grealy.