An Angel at My Table: The Complete Autobiography
An Angel at My Table: The Complete Autobiography
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2001
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2001434
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New Zealand • 1930s-1950s
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
An Angel at My Table: The Complete Autobiography by Janet Frame chronicles the life of a person journeying from a difficult childhood in New Zealand through psychiatric challenges to becoming an acclaimed writer. The autobiography, composed of three parts, highlights her resilience, introspection, and artistry, offering insight into her personal and literary evolution.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Inspirational
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An Angel at My Table: The Complete Autobiography by Janet Frame is widely praised for its lyrical prose and raw, honest portrayal of mental health struggles. Frame's vivid storytelling captivates readers, though some may find the pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a poignant, immersive glimpse into the author's turbulent life and creative mind.
Who Should Read An Angel at My Table: The Complete Autobiography?
Readers fascinated by resilient storytelling, introspective narratives, and rich depictions of mental health will enjoy An Angel at My Table by Janet Frame. Fans of The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath or I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou will find a similar allure in Frame’s poignant, transformative journey.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New Zealand • 1930s-1950s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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