Books like I want to thank my brain for remembering me by Jimmy Breslin
In 1991, 65‑year‑old journalist Jimmy Breslin almost lost his life when doctors discovered a brain aneurysm after he struggled with his left eyelid. The life‑threatening diagnosis forced him to undergo high‑stakes surgery, an experience he describes as a "miracle".
Recovering from the operation, Breslin cast his life into perspective. In his memoir, he shares anecdotes from his years in the New York press, his battle with memory loss, and how the encounter with death reshaped his appreciation of every day.
The book blends biography with medical insight, offering a candid look at a seasoned reporter’s reflections on health, literature, and the city that shaped his career.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Jimmy Breslin
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