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Marya Hornbacher
Marya Hornbacher is the author of Wasted, a powerful memoir about her struggles with eating disorders. Her writing often explores difficult personal experiences with honesty and depth.
Wasted
Synopsis
This raw and honest memoir chronicles Marya Hornbacher's harrowing battle with anorexia and bulimia. From childhood to college, she details her struggles with eating disorders, drug use, and a distorted sense of self. Hornbacher's story is a stark look at the devastating reality of these illnesses and her courageous journey toward recovery on her own terms.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this book include information about recovery?
While the original text focuses on the author's descent into illness, a 2014 afterword was added to later editions in which the author discusses the necessity and possibility of long-term recovery.
Is this book used in academic settings?
The memoir is frequently taught in university courses and is widely recognized for its contribution to the literature on eating disorders.