The View From Down Here

Name: The View From Down Here
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241612767
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Life as a Young Disabled Woman

By Lucy Webster

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The View From Down Here by Lucy Webster is an engaging memoir that offers a personal glimpse into the author's life as a disabled woman navigating the complexities of society and the world around her. Lucy shares her experiences and challenges in a refreshingly candid and insightful manner, inviting readers to reflect on the intricacies of empathy and inclusion. Through her narrative, the book explores themes of resilience and the everyday joys and trials faced by someone living in a world designed for the able-bodied.
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If you enjoy heartfelt, insightful narratives, this memoir offers a unique perspective on navigating life with disability, providing both personal reflections and broader social commentary. It's ideal for readers who appreciate staying informed on contemporary issues through deeply personal storytelling. Lucy Webster's eloquent writing and engaging anecdotes make it a compelling and thought-provoking read.

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A powerful, eye-opening insight into navigating the world as a disabled young woman.

Women's lives are shaped by sexism and expectations. Disabled people's lives are shaped by ableism and a complete lack of expectations. But what happens when you're subjected to both sets of rules?

This powerful, honest, hilarious, and furious memoir from journalist and advocate Lucy Webster looks at life at the intersection; the struggles, the joys, and the unseen realities of being a disabled woman. From navigating the worlds of education and work, dating and friendship; to managing care; contemplating motherhood; and learning to accept your body against a pervasive narrative that it is somehow broken and in need of fixing, The View From Down Here shines a light on what it really means to move through the world as a disabled woman.

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The View From Down Here by Lucy Webster has been praised for its ability to be both devastating and light-hearted, challenging common misconceptions about disability. Reviewers note Webster's skill in blending personal narrative with broader societal commentary, making it a meaningful read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241612767

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 144.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 329g

Pages: 208

Collections

Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Health & Wellness Lucy Webster Non-Fiction Penguin Books Self-Help & Personal Development Women's Health

About the Author

Lucy Webster is a journalist covering disability issues in politics, society and culture for leading publications including the Guardian, The Times and the Financial Times. She is well known for the work she does to demystify disability and explain ableism to new audiences. Her newsletter The View From Down Here is one of the most prominent anti-ableism publications online. Alongside her journalism, Lucy is a vocal disability advocate, spreading awareness both on social media and as a public speaker. You can find her on Twitter- @Lucy_Webster_