54 pages 1 hour read

Judith Heumann, Kristen Joiner

Being Heumann

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2020

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Reviews & Readership

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Being Heumann by Judith Heumann and Kristen Joiner is widely praised for its powerful narrative on disability rights, showcasing Heumann's impactful activism. Readers appreciate its inspirational and accessible storytelling. Some critique the book's repetitive moments, but it remains a compelling memoir highlighting resilience and advocacy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Being Heumann?

Readers who appreciate Being Heumann are likely invested in social justice, disability rights, and personal memoirs. They value compelling narratives of resilience and advocacy, akin to The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks or The Glass Castle. This book appeals to those inspired by real-life stories driving societal change.

Recommended

Reading Age

14+years

Book Details

Topics
Disability
Social Justice
History: U.S.
Themes
Values/Ideas: Equality
Society: Community
Society: Education
Genre
Biography