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4.34 AVERAGE
4.34 AVERAGE
Definitely not your average 'Celeb Biography' - an honest, raw account, where the most interesting sections have nothing whatsoever to do with acting.
Wow. I have been a big fan of Christopher Eccleston since I first watched the new Doctor Who series. I knew he was from a working class background and really championed working class people, breaking glass ceilings in his acting career, particular in the UK where class is everything. What I didn't know is his struggle with body image, depression and self-doubt, and his deep love for his father despite internalising some of his dad's less favourable qualities. His descriptions of his dad's dementia, and how it affected him and his family, are heartbreaking.
Hearing this story read by Christopher gave it another layer of emotion and nuance. It was sometimes tough to listen to but it was very compelling and gave more breadth to why Christopher comes across as prickly and angry in public (which is to say, never trust public opinion).
Hearing this story read by Christopher gave it another layer of emotion and nuance. It was sometimes tough to listen to but it was very compelling and gave more breadth to why Christopher comes across as prickly and angry in public (which is to say, never trust public opinion).
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A really interesting and moving autobiography, not the usual celebrity biography shite that’s churned out. I raised an occasional eyebrow at his pretentiousness and the cynicism is incessant, but his reasons are clear and by the end you understand the man well. A worthwhile read.
I am in love with this book. I have lost a parent. Lost people to dementia and death. This book covers that so beautifully without telling you how to feel about your own experiences. It also gives great perspective to so many things.
Also if you can do the audiobook i highly encourage it. It gave another level of depth.
Also if you can do the audiobook i highly encourage it. It gave another level of depth.
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Christopher Eccleston’s memoir is a force to be reckoned with. It is a painful yet touching account of many things: masculinity, anorexia, dementia, and the relationship between fathers and sons. Eccleston’s work is accessible and honest, which is what makes it such a heartfelt read.