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  • A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius

  • Written by: Dave Eggers
  • Narrated by: Dion Graham
  • Length: 13 hrs and 28 mins
  • 3.9 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)

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Written by: Dave Eggers
Narrated by: Dion Graham
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Publisher's Summary

Dave Eggers scored a worldwide phenomenon with this memoir that topped national best-seller lists and has since become a staple for summer reading and book clubs. A compelling voice for Generation X, Eggers hererecounts his early 20s, caring for his younger brother after their parents’ unexpected deaths and his endeavors in a variety of media.
©2000 David K. Eggers (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC
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“Not just for the MTV-fan age group, this is a very entertaining, well-written book.” ( Booklist)

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horrible

Crazy story I could not follow. I am trying to return it but don't know how.

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