Double Take A Memoir
Double Take A Memoir by Kevin Michael Connolly, published by Harper Collins on October 13, 2009, is a first edition that spans 240 pages. This memoir explores Connolly’s unique experiences as a young man born without legs, detailing his journey around the world on a skateboard while capturing the reactions of those he encounters through photography. The narrative provides insights into his life and the broader human experience, reflecting on themes of identity and resilience.
Readers will find a personal account that combines elements of biography and autobiography, focusing on Connolly’s adventures and the challenges he faces. The memoir delves into his upbringing in Montana and the empowering moments that shape his perspective. With a blend of humor and introspection, Connolly’s story resonates with those interested in the lives of artists and photographers, offering a thoughtful examination of what it means to navigate the world with an unconventional viewpoint.
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“Kevin Connolly has used an unusual physical circumstance to create a gripping work of art. This deeply affecting memoir will place him in the company of Jeanette Walls and Augusten Burroughs.” — Sara Gruen, author of Water for Elephants
“Charming … Connolly recounts growing up a scrappy Montana kid—one who happened to be born without legs… [Double Take] makes for an empowering read.” — People
As featured on 20/20, NPR, and in the Washington Post: Kevin Connolly is a young man born without legs who travels the world—by skateboard, with his camera—on his “Rolling Exhibition,” snapping pictures of peoples’ reactions to him… and finds out along the way what it truly means to be human.
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