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mehsi's review against another edition
4.0
A gorgeous book about 34 disabled people who went above and beyond everything, in writing, in drawing, in creating things, inventions, and more!
I came across this book in one of my libraries and just had to bring it along with me because it looked SO good. I was curious about the various people mentioned, would I recognise them or not?
And I can say that for most I did recognise them! A lot of these people got famous everywhere and so you see them everywhere. Or they are people who have been around longer and did all sorts of important things. Like Frida Kaho, one of my favourite artists. Or Stephen Hawking, fantastic scientist and more. Or Lady Gaga. I didn’t expect her in this book, and it is apparently the same thing that haunts my mom, fibromyalgia! It was very interesting to read everyone’s stories and all they did in life. I learned new facts about some of the peeps I knew and I learned about new people. Like apparently my country (which is The Netherlands and not Holland as that is just two provinces (South-Holland and North-Holland)), there is a dancer named REDO. Somewhere that name sounds familiar, but not sure if it is because it is a common word in English or if I do know it as a name. But I really found it interesting to see my country pop by. And I loved that there was one woman in this book who went against the whole OMG so strong and inspirational thing that people have. I know that doesn’t make all the sense, but just read her story.
I loved that we also had themed pages which highlighted several people in a category.
And it is great that there was a glossary at the end!
But, I would have loved to see maybe another person with autism. Now you got two people with autism who couldn’t speak/had issues with talking. And autism is more than that. I already have to explain to people as an autist that no, autism isn’t rain man. No autism doesn’t mean I am emotionless robot or don’t get feelings. No autism doesn’t mean, insert something else. So it would have been fun/better if they had shown one or two other sides to autism. As autism is a very broad thing and we need to show people that.
But all in all, I really did enjoy this book, it is gorgeously illustrated with a wonderful portrait of the person on one side and their story on the other side. As I said, I learned about new people and their things. I would recommend this one.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I came across this book in one of my libraries and just had to bring it along with me because it looked SO good. I was curious about the various people mentioned, would I recognise them or not?
And I can say that for most I did recognise them! A lot of these people got famous everywhere and so you see them everywhere. Or they are people who have been around longer and did all sorts of important things. Like Frida Kaho, one of my favourite artists. Or Stephen Hawking, fantastic scientist and more. Or Lady Gaga. I didn’t expect her in this book, and it is apparently the same thing that haunts my mom, fibromyalgia! It was very interesting to read everyone’s stories and all they did in life. I learned new facts about some of the peeps I knew and I learned about new people. Like apparently my country (which is The Netherlands and not Holland as that is just two provinces (South-Holland and North-Holland)), there is a dancer named REDO. Somewhere that name sounds familiar, but not sure if it is because it is a common word in English or if I do know it as a name. But I really found it interesting to see my country pop by. And I loved that there was one woman in this book who went against the whole OMG so strong and inspirational thing that people have. I know that doesn’t make all the sense, but just read her story.
I loved that we also had themed pages which highlighted several people in a category.
And it is great that there was a glossary at the end!
But, I would have loved to see maybe another person with autism. Now you got two people with autism who couldn’t speak/had issues with talking. And autism is more than that. I already have to explain to people as an autist that no, autism isn’t rain man. No autism doesn’t mean I am emotionless robot or don’t get feelings. No autism doesn’t mean, insert something else. So it would have been fun/better if they had shown one or two other sides to autism. As autism is a very broad thing and we need to show people that.
But all in all, I really did enjoy this book, it is gorgeously illustrated with a wonderful portrait of the person on one side and their story on the other side. As I said, I learned about new people and their things. I would recommend this one.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
carolineinthelibrary's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely loved this book of mini biographies! The intersectionality woven throughout was great and I learned a lot about people who live with disabilities that I didn't know.
achilleanshelves's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a wonderful book that I'd recommend to everyone. The illustrations were beautiful and the variety of people represented was wonderful to see!
cstark's review against another edition
4.0
Great addition to my library! Beautiful representation for disabled or differently abled people and an important read!
georgilvsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I Am Not A Label is such an inspiring and moving read.
I myself have a disability and this book was a reminder that, that shouldn't stop you achieving your dreams. In fact, it shouldn't stop you from doing ANYTHING!
The illustrations were beautiful and each description was just enough to get to know the individual.
This is a great read for anyone, especially those who have a disability/health condition. I was very touched by these stories and feel very inspired!
Although a quick read, it will leave its mark.
I myself have a disability and this book was a reminder that, that shouldn't stop you achieving your dreams. In fact, it shouldn't stop you from doing ANYTHING!
The illustrations were beautiful and each description was just enough to get to know the individual.
This is a great read for anyone, especially those who have a disability/health condition. I was very touched by these stories and feel very inspired!
Although a quick read, it will leave its mark.
bookscreentalk's review against another edition
3.0
Just a quick read. A good mix of famous people with disabilities.
coops456's review against another edition
5.0
A book for every school library, showing the breadth and depth of disability, both visible and hidden. Figures from history are featured along with many living people.
The beautiful illustrations really bring each profile to life.
The beautiful illustrations really bring each profile to life.
therainbowshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
5.0
Absolutely beautiful illustrations accompany inclusive and we'll composed information about each of these people who achieved or are achieving success in their field and laid major stones for disabilities rep. I enjoyed learning about so many different people from around the world with carried backgrounds, many of whom are alive and achieving today.
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Cancer, Ableism, and Death
kjkbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Thoughts:
This book works hard to tread the fine line between providing inspiration to the young disabled people who read the book and shaming those who are reasonably limited by their disability or encouraging them into becoming inspiration porn for ableists.
It is well researched and provides not only a glossary to explain conditions and terms that many outside of the disability (and medical) community may not understand but helps explain alongside the individuals how their condition comes to affect them individually.
Favourite Quote:
"We all have the power to shine our own light. Everyone deserves to live in an inclusive and accessible world and feel like they belong. A world that embraces difference rather than tries to hide it, and a world where every person's story is valid."
This book works hard to tread the fine line between providing inspiration to the young disabled people who read the book and shaming those who are reasonably limited by their disability or encouraging them into becoming inspiration porn for ableists.
It is well researched and provides not only a glossary to explain conditions and terms that many outside of the disability (and medical) community may not understand but helps explain alongside the individuals how their condition comes to affect them individually.
Favourite Quote:
"We all have the power to shine our own light. Everyone deserves to live in an inclusive and accessible world and feel like they belong. A world that embraces difference rather than tries to hide it, and a world where every person's story is valid."