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The diving bell and the butterfly

Paperback • 1997 • English

The diving bell and the butterfly

By Jean-Dominique Bauby

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About the book

A triumphant memoir by the former editor-in-chief of French Elle that reveals an indomitable spirit and celebrates the liberating power of consciousness. In 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby was the editor-in-chief of French Elle, the father of two young children, a 44-year-old man known and loved for his wit, his style, and his impassioned approach to life. By the end of the year he was also the victim of a rare kind of stroke to the brainstem. After 20 days in a coma, Bauby awoke into a body wh...Show more

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ISBN

9780307389251

Published year

1997

Language

English

Original title

The diving bell and the butterfly

Format

Paperback

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