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Diving Bell and the Butterfly
Diving Bell and the Butterfly
Author: Jean-Dominique Bauby
2 cassettes / 2 hours — Unabridged — Read by Rene Auberjonois — In 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby was the editor-in-chief of French Elle, the father of two young childen, 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...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781857027792
ISBN-10: 1857027795
Publication Date: 4/10/1997
Pages: 144
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Fourth Estate Ltd
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 1
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Quick read, beautifully written, thought provoking. Good book club discussion book.
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"After suffering a massive stroke, Jean-Dominique Bauby, editor-in-chief of French Elle and the father of two young children found himself competely paralysed, speechless and only able to move one eyelid. With his eyelid he 'dictated' this remarkable book."

Moving, compelling, positive and fascinating. Not morbid.


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