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Liked It1 of 1 members found this review helpful “I just read a fellow Shelfarian's review of this that said the book didn't hold her interest. This makes me question if this woman has a heart. Michael J. Fox explores four areas of his life--work, politics, faith, & family--where optimism plays a major role. His discussion on faith and family...” see full review » see other reviews » |
Didn’t Like It “A lot of this book was about politics and stem cell research-pretty dry reading. But you still have to admire the guy.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“Great book! Love MJF!”
karna g wrote this review Monday, November 30 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“ Always Looking Up The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist Michael J. Fox
Tenia F wrote this review Monday, November 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 stars
Michael J. Fox follows up "Lucky Man" with this amazing book about how he decided to give up acting and how he wasn't sure what to do afterwards, but how he decided to start his foundation. He also gives us an insight into his marriage to Tracy and how she has been amazing helping him with Parkinsons. And he also gives us a look at his 4 children, and what an amazing man and how much strength he has.”
“michael j fox is funny, inspiring and honest. really enjoyed this one.”
californiameaghan wrote this review Monday, November 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Michael J. Fox has written an insightful, uplifting memoir. His battle with Parkinson's Disease, although not easy, leaves readers with hope. Humor, heartwarming stories about his children, and interesting encounters with supportive acquaintances and famous friends makes this a wonderful and endearing read. A rather lengthy section covers politics and its role in stem cell research - very detailed and long - an important chapter, but rather drawn out. Although it is not the main point of the book - it is the emphasis. Without political backing, stem cell research will continue to be vetoed by our government, and as Michael points out, many people's lives are at stake. ”
Maurine L wrote this review Monday, November 9 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I got this book for christmas, and i just love it. It's really cool to hear about what he goes through everyday. I cant wait to finish it!
Tatty Brown wrote this review yesterday. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
”“Not quite as compelling as Lucky Man but well worth a read. Inspiring chap that Michael J Fox.”
KELLY D wrote this review Thursday, November 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Interesting to learn more about Parkinson's”
Dianna W wrote this review Tuesday, September 15 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Such a fantastic book - really great perspective on life!”
Heather K wrote this review Saturday, August 29 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“A lot of this book was about politics and stem cell research-pretty dry reading. But you still have to admire the guy.”
Julie E wrote this review Saturday, August 29 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
