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Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist

Michael J. Fox
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Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008

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Michael J. Fox

Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

276

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist by Michael J. Fox is a memoir where the author shares his journey living with Parkinson's disease. The book highlights Fox's resilience, provides insights into his career, activism, and family life, and underscores his steadfast optimism despite challenges.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

26,550 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Michael J. Fox’s Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist is praised for its heartfelt and humorous portrayal of his struggles with Parkinson's disease and perseverance. Critics highlight his candidness and wit, though some feel the narrative occasionally meanders. Overall, it's an uplifting memoir that resonates with readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist?

Readers who enjoy personal memoirs that mix humor, resilience, and insight into overcoming challenges will find Michael J. Fox's Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist compelling. Fans of inspirational narratives like Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie or Randy Pausch's The Last Lecture will appreciate Fox's optimistic outlook amidst adversity.

4.2

26,550 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

276

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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