Books like Ugly by Robert Hoge
Robert Hoge’s memoir follows his own journey from childhood in Australia to the eye‑opening experience of being diagnosed with a facial tumour. Through candid reflection, he explores how the illness shaped his self‑perception and the social challenges he met while growing up. The book presents a moving account of coping with visible disability, capturing both the personal struggle and the broader themes of resilience and identity during youth.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Robert Hoge
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