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Lucky Man

Michael J. Fox
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Lucky Man

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2002

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Michael J. Fox

Lucky Man

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Inspirational
Setting

2000s

Topic
Health
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Lucky Man, Michael J. Fox shares his personal journey, detailing how his career and life have been shaped by his experiences with Parkinson's disease. The memoir explores his challenges, successes, and the shift in his perspective, highlighting resilience and personal growth through adversity.

Inspirational

Hopeful

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

31,609 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lucky Man by Michael J. Fox is widely praised for its candid and moving narrative. Readers appreciate Fox's heartfelt reflections on his life and battle with Parkinson's disease, noting his humor and optimism. Some critics find the writing uneven and occasionally sentimental. Overall, the memoir is lauded for its honesty and inspiring message.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lucky Man?

A reader who values resilience and humor amidst adversity would enjoy Lucky Man by Michael J. Fox. Fans of personal memoirs that navigate life's challenges, akin to Mitch Albom's Tuesdays with Morrie or Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love, will appreciate Fox's candid and inspiring narrative about living with Parkinson's disease.

4.3

31,609 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Inspirational
Setting

2000s

Topic
Health
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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