The Diving Bell and the Butterfly: A Memoir of Life in Death

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is a triumphant memoir that reveals an indomitable spirit and celebrates the liberating power of consciousness.

Written by Jean-Dominique Bauby, the former editor-in-chief of French Elle, this book is a lasting testament to his life despite being stricken with a rare kind of stroke that left him almost completely paralyzed.

Through the use of blinking, Bauby was able to dictate this extraordinary book, sharing his thoughts on life, love, and the human spirit.

With wistful, mischievous, angry, and witty prose, Bauby bears witness to his determination to live as fully in his mind as he had been able to do in his body.

This is a must-read for anyone looking for inspiration and a reminder of the power of the human spirit.