Yesterday I read Augusten Burroughs' memoir about his childhood and relationship with his father.
I will admit that I first heard (via T&S lj community) about his latest novel because Tegan Quin (of Tegan and Sara) was writing a song for the CD that goes with the book. However, Augusten Burroughs also wrote "Running With Scissors" (also a film now) that I enjoyed greatly so I added it to my library reserves list not really knowing much about it.
I read the whole memoir in one day. His writing style is exposing and vulnerable. Two things that I find really hard to do myself, so I am always drawn to writers who are capable of this. A Wolf at the Table follows his childhood memories of his father, his desire to have a relationship with a man who was unwilling and unwavering in his outward annoyance with Augusten. It is painful, but there is something in there that is empowering. It is a story of his survival. Defeating his harmful family roles and being successful despite his childhood. Pick it up!
other book reviews:
Middlesex
Shoot the Damn Dog & Live Through This: On Creativity and Self Destruction
Bird by Bird: some instructions on writing and life
Sunday, July 13, 2008
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i just bought both of these books, wolf at the table and running with scissors. i found out about wolf at the table from the tns livejournal community as well. i read the first paragraph in the store and was immediately hooked. i can't wait to read them both!
They are so good! You will definitely love them!
If you have any sort of addiction, you should read "Dry". Its very direct and narrative, but honest (I think). Its about alcohol withdrawal and stuff. It's by Augusten also.
thank you! it's going on the list... :)
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