Giving up the Ghost by Hilary Mantel
A Memoir
"Giving up the Ghost" is a memoir that explores the author's life from her childhood in northern England, her struggles with chronic illness, to her journey as a successful writer. The book delves into her complex relationship with her parents, her experience with the supernatural, her struggle with endometriosis, and her exploration of her own identity. The narrative is a poignant exploration of the author's life, filled with introspection, humor, and resilience.
The 6726th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 224
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 8th on The 50 Best Memoirs of the Past 50 Years (NY Times)
- 78th on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)