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A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius

A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius

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A book that redefines both family and narrative for the twenty-first century. A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius is the moving memoir of a college senior who, in the space of five weeks, loses both of his parents to cancer and inherits his eight-year-old brother. Here is an exhilarating debut that manages to be simultaneously hilarious and wildly inventive as well as a deeply heartfelt story of the love that holds a family together.
A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius is an instant classic that will be read for decades to come.

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ISBN13: 9780330484558
ISBN10: 0330484559
Language: English
Publisher: Picador
Publication Year: 2001
Format: Paperback

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    A heartfelt, humorous memoir of resilience and love.

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    This book is a compelling read because it mixes humor with profound emotional depth, showing how one young man copes with devastating loss while caring for his brother. It’s a unique blend of storytelling that keeps you engaged and inspired, making it a memorable journey of family and resilience that resonates long after you've finished.

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