The pretty one : on life, pop culture, disability, and other reasons to fall in love with me
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Published
New York : Atria Paperback, 2019.
Format
Book
Edition
First Atria paperback edition.
ISBN
9781982100544, 1982100540
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Springfield Main Library - Adult
616.8360092 BROWN
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616.8360092 BROWN
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Springfield Main Library - Adult | 616.8360092 BROWN | Available |
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Buckland Public Library - Adult Nonfiction | 921 BRO | Available |
Easthampton Public Library - General Adult | B BROWN | Available |
Huntington Public Library - Non-fiction | 616.8 BRO | Available |
Leominster Public Library - Adult | 616.836 BROWN | Available |
Northampton Forbes Library - Mezzanine | EB8139.A 2019 | Available |
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Published
New York : Atria Paperback, 2019.
Edition
First Atria paperback edition.
Physical Desc
242 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
ISBN
9781982100544, 1982100540
Accelerated Reader
MG+
Level 7.4, 15 Points
Level 7.4, 15 Points
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"From the disability rights advocate and creator of the #DisabledAndCute viral campaign, a thoughtful, inspiring, and charming collection of essays exploring what it means to be black and disabled in a mostly able-bodied white America. Keah Brown loves herself, but that hadn't always been the case. Born with cerebral palsy, her greatest desire used to be normalcy and refuge from the steady stream of self-hate society strengthened inside her. But after years of introspection and reaching out to others in her community, she has reclaimed herself and changed her perspective. In The Pretty One, Brown gives a contemporary and relatable voice to the disabled -- so often portrayed as mute, weak, or isolated. With clear, fresh, and light-hearted prose, these essays explore everything from her relationship with her able-bodied identical twin (called 'the pretty one' by friends) to navigating romance; her deep affinity for all things pop culture--and her disappointment with the media's distorted view of disability; and her declaration of self-love with the viral hashtag #DisabledAndCute. By 'smashing stigmas, empowering her community, and celebrating herself' (Teen Vogue), Brown and The Pretty One aims to expand the conversation about disability and inspire self-love for people of all backgrounds"--,Provided by publisher.
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