The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
by Jean-Dominique Bauby, Jeremy Leggatt
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly by Jean-Dominique Bauby, Jeremy Leggatt holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 41K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 132 pages.
About The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
‘Locked-in syndrome: paralysed from head to toe, the patient, his mind intact, is imprisoned inside his own body, unable to speak or move. In my case, blinking my left eyelid is my only means of communication.’In December 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby, editor-in-chief of French ‘Elle’ and the father of two young children, suffered a massive stroke and found himself paralysed and speechless, but entirely conscious, trapped by what doctors call ‘locked-in syndrome’. Using his only functioning muscle – his left eyelid – he began dictating this remarkable story, painstakingly spelling it out letter by letter.His book offers a haunting, harrowing look inside the cruel prison of locked-in syndrome, but it is also a triumph of the human spirit.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jean-Dominique Bauby, Jeremy Leggatt |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 132 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 41,037 |
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What genre is The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is The Diving Bell and the Butterfly worth reading?
Based on 41K reader ratings, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly has 132 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was written by Jean-Dominique Bauby, Jeremy Leggatt. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?
The ISBN-13 for The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is 9780375701210.0.
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