
Lucky Man
A Memoir
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Michael J. Fox
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Michael J. Fox
About this listen
Combining his trademark ironic sensibility and keen sense of the absurd, he recounts his life, from his childhood in a small town in western Canada to his meteoric rise in film and television, which made him a worldwide celebrity. Most importantly, however, he writes of the last 10 years, during which, with the unswerving support of his wife, family, and friends, he has dealt with his illness. He talks about what Parkinson's has given him: the chance to appreciate a wonderful life and career, and the opportunity to help search for a cure and spread public awareness of the disease. He is a very lucky man, indeed.
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"[Fox's] narrative and sentiment are heartfelt." (AudioFile)
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- Alana
- 2017-12-23
A good listen
Interesting to hear the backstory of this celebrity. Loved his honesty. Dragged in a few places, but otherwise I found it enjoyable.
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- Julie Procee
- 2024-05-11
Positive perspective,
The book was insightful, informative and provided insights to the life and psyche of being a celebrity. Inspirational, positive perspectives on the life we were gifted.
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- Audra Bayer
- 2020-08-29
authentic and inspiring
inspiring read. Loved his narration of his increasing self awareness. inspired by the humanity of his story and of his several "Chumbawamba " (I get knocked down but I get up again...) moments
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- Anonymous User
- 2019-09-11
absolutely insightful
Michael j.fox is an incredible human I appreciate and respect his honesty hard work this book is everything that you think it would be and more
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-10-17
My hero
Michael J Fox is a truly remarkable person, he is my hero ever since I was 3 years old and this audiobook made me feel much closer to him. This is truly inspirational while also being warm hearted and deeply personal. You'll love it!
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- sd
- 2020-09-12
Interesting
Enjoyed this book..For the most part realistic but a bit overdescriptive at times. Not sure about that dream sequence..I guess that is Holywood
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- James King
- 2020-10-24
Excellent
Uplifting story ... thx Michael and Tracy; triggered memories that had escaped my kind for many years
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- Sappypeters
- 2020-03-06
So enjoyable
Listening to Michael tell his story was so enjoyable I plan to get his other books as well. I learned a lot about him. His frank storytelling was a breath of fresh air.
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- Robyn
- 2023-10-27
Lucky Man
This was a well written easy to listen factual story of a persons life. Yes, he is a celebrity, but in life he is real person, too. The events of his life and the way he describes it, was very touching and moving to any individual who is suffering from this disease. He shows gratefulness and such down to earth qualities of an amazing person in life. Even though he has this horrible disease, he rises above it and gives credit to his wife and family. It’s an amazing book.
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- Colleen
- 2024-07-27
Amazing Account of the Unthinkable
Michael J. Fox gives a compelling and honest account of his diagnosis. He tells of his denial of the diagnosis and how he fought his demons.
This is an incredible story from despair of the diagnosis to the fight to bring awareness of Parkinson’s and raising money for research.
A wonderful read and compelling account. I definitely recommend this book.
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