My Body Is a Book of Rules
My Body Is a Book of Rules
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
My Body Is a Book of Rules
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014189
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Seattle, Washington • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
My Body Is a Book of Rules is a memoir by Elissa Washuta exploring identity, mental health, and Native American heritage. Washuta shares personal experiences with bipolar disorder, trauma, and self-discovery through fragmented narratives and cultural references, illustrating the complexities of her journey toward understanding and acceptance.
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark
Unnerving
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
My Body Is a Book of Rules by Elissa Washuta blends memoir and cultural critique with raw honesty. Reviewers praise its innovative structure and powerful exploration of identity, mental health, and Native American experiences. Some find its fragmented style challenging but recognize its profound emotional impact. Overall, it's a bold and compelling read.
Who Should Read My Body Is a Book of Rules?
Readers who appreciate memoirs like Roxane Gay’s Hunger or Maggie Nelson’s The Argonauts will enjoy My Body Is a Book of Rules by Elissa Washuta. It appeals to those interested in Native American identity, mental health, and innovative narrative structures.
1,337 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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189
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Seattle, Washington • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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