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Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body
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Book Brief
224
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2020s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sitting Pretty: The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body by Rebekah Taussig is a memoir composed of eight essays detailing her personal experiences with disability in various aspects such as relationships, education, work, health care, and representation. Written to illustrate the lived experiences of people with disabilities, the book addresses themes like Disability as an Identity, Disability Impacts Everyone, and Combating Ableism. Topics discussed include dating, societal views, media representation, feminism, unsolicited help, and accessibility. It concludes with resources for further exploration and reflects on personal challenges, such as pregnancy, a spouse's illness, and the impact of COVID-19. The book addresses sensitive topics including shame, ableism, and health challenges.
Informative
Contemplative
Emotional
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rebekah Taussig’s Sitting Pretty is praised for its poignant and candid portrayal of life with a disability, offering valuable social commentary and personal essays that resonate with readers. Some critics note that certain essays may feel repetitive, but overall, the book is celebrated for its authenticity, humor, and insightful perspective on disability and inclusion.
Who Should Read Sitting Pretty?
Readers who appreciate introspective memoirs with a focus on disability, social justice, and personal growth, such as Tara Westover’s Educated or Ijeoma Oluo’s So You Want to Talk About Race, will find Rebekah Taussig’s Sitting Pretty engaging and enlightening.
8,812 ratings
Loved it
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Micah
Micah
Taussig’s second husband, who is a supportive figure in her life. Their relationship exemplifies a healthy partnership with mutual understanding of accessibility issues.
Sam Wagner
Sam Wagner
Taussig’s first husband, whom she met when they were children. Their relationship highlights her early struggles with societal expectations regarding disability.
Bertie
Bertie
A long-time friend of Taussig since middle school who later becomes her roommate. Bertie offers constant support and understanding, helping to adapt their living environment to be more accessible.
Taussig’s Students
Taussig’s Students
The group of individuals in Chapter 3 who present challenges to Taussig's attempts to teach about disability as an identity. They reflect the broader societal resistance Taussig faces in raising awareness about disability issues.
224
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2020s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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