An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination
An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008186
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
France • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination is a memoir by Elizabeth McCracken. It recounts her experiences surrounding the stillbirth of her first child, exploring themes of grief, love, and healing. The narrative highlights McCracken's journey through loss and her subsequent path to finding hope and meaning in life again.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
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An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination by Elizabeth McCracken is a poignant memoir exploring grief after stillbirth. Readers praise McCracken's emotional honesty and lyrical prose. Some find the narrative harrowing, but its raw authenticity resonates deeply. The humor amidst sorrow provides a balanced tone, appealing to those seeking insight into loss and healing.
Who Should Read An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination?
Readers who appreciate An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination by Elizabeth McCracken are drawn to heartfelt, reflective memoirs about grief and healing. Fans of Joan Didion’s The Year of Magical Thinking or Cheryl Strayed’s Wild would find it similarly compelling for its emotional depth and authenticity.
7,165 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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186
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
France • 2000s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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