Books like Broken vessels by André Dubus

Name: Broken vessels
Author: André Dubus

In "Broken Vessels," André Dubus offers a candid exploration of his own life. He examines the 1986 automobile accident that left him paralyzed and delves into his ongoing struggle for spiritual and physical survival, offering readers insight into resilience, faith, and the human spirit.

First publish date: 1991

Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir

Authors: André Dubus

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