Dave Eggers is the author of six previous books, including his most recent, Zeitoun, a nonfiction account of a Syrian-American immigrant and his extraordinary experience during Hurricane Katrina and What Is the What, a finalist for the 2006 National Book Critics Circle Award. That book, about Valentino Achak Deng, a survivor of the civil war in southern Sudan, gave birth to the Valentino Achak Deng Foundation, run by Mr. Deng and dedicated to building secondary schools in southern Sudan. Eggers...
A heartbreaking work of staggering genius
A heartbreaking work of staggering genius
Synopsis
This memoir tells the story of Dave Eggers stepping up to raise his younger brother after their parents' deaths. It's a raw and honest account of grief, responsibility, and the unexpected turns life can take. Eggers navigates this challenging period with a unique blend of humor and deep emotion, creating a powerful narrative about family and survival.
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A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering GeniusPaperback, Feb
400 pages
Pan MacMillanLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97803304845585 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
Is A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius a true story?
The book is a memoir, recounting Dave Eggers' personal experiences and the challenges he faced after his parents' deaths, making it a non-fiction account of his life.
Does A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius have a film adaptation?
A film adaptation of the book was released in 2004, directed by Tom Green and starring Christopher Masterson as Dave Eggers.
How does A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius relate to Dave Eggers' other works?
This book is Eggers' debut memoir and established his distinctive narrative voice, which often blends humor, self-awareness, and experimental elements, a style he continued to explore in subsequent fiction and non-fiction.