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Well-written, unfailingly cheery and warm-hearted and ... truly gripping Daily Mail The book is funny, beautiful, informative and poignant. Read it Sunday Express
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Beloved actor, and Sunday Times bestselling author, Michael J. Fox reveals how he has remained optimistic despite his battle with Parkinson's Disease
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It is difficult to appraise "Always looking up" without tripping over the cliches...funny...moving..uplifting... Fortunately for people who prefer reading books, rather than reviews, Michael J Fox is a true original, with the sharp, vivid prose of a natural author, and a genuinely remarkable story to tell. Stricken with early-onset Parkinson's disease at the age of 29, and the height of his Hollywood career, his early struggles to come to terms with his illness were recounted in the astonishing, must-read "Lucky Man". Now,in its sequel, he ranges widely over his recent life and explores his very personal philosophy of optimism. Whether writing with deep affection about his family, or unconcealed frustration over bruising encounters with the American political machine, a boundless energy and love of life illuminates every page - more incredible still when you consider that this is the work of a man trapped inside an increasingly unresponsive body.
He casts himself neither as saint, nor victim, revealing his flaws with entertaining candour. This is not your standard celebrity illness story, but a witty, inspirational portrait of an unsinkable human spirit. You finish this book feeling just a little better about life, the universe and everything. He may joke about being on the short side, but it is impossible not to look up to Michael J Fox.
He casts himself neither as saint, nor victim, revealing his flaws with entertaining candour. This is not your standard celebrity illness story, but a witty, inspirational portrait of an unsinkable human spirit. You finish this book feeling just a little better about life, the universe and everything. He may joke about being on the short side, but it is impossible not to look up to Michael J Fox.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Lucky Man being one of my favourite all time memoirs, it was always going to be a hard act to follow, but in Always Looking Up, Michael J Fox has created a worthy sequel. He's such a fine writer and such a fine man. Nothing more needs to be said; an absorbing, intelligent and deeply moving read. I read it in two sittings, which says it all really!
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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"Then He commanded the multitudes to sit down on the grass. And He took the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, He blessed and broke and gave the loaves to his disciples; and the disciples gave to the multitudes." Matthew 14:19
Michael J. Fox's second memoir closely follows this section of Scripture in a seemingly unconscious way. In the book, he describes the transition from being a full-time actor to Parkinson's disease research-encouraging activist . . . seeking a cure within ten years -- what would be a miracle to all those with the disease. How do I know? My Dad discovered he had the disease about the same time Michael J. Fox did, but Dad is no longer with us.
Many people become leaders of various social causes, but most aren't as candid as Michael J. Fox in describing the sources of inspiration, frustration, and challenges that cause them to lift themselves above their daily lives to service for many others. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to undertake selfless leadership. Michael J. Fox's consistent self-deprecating humor (part of "always looking up" is explained by his diminutive stature) in the face of adversity is an inspiration for those who are in good health or poor.
I don't know anyone now who has Parkinson's disease so I've lost touch with what the disease's progression is like. The book is eloquent and detailed in capturing the various disease symptoms and side effects of medication. You can almost feel yourself inside his body. It's remarkable story telling. Anyone who is feeling sorry for her- or himself would do well to read this book and count blessing instead.
I was also very interested in his spiritual search. He's open to learning about different ideas about spirituality but doesn't have much of a sense of connection to the spiritual world except to believe that there's a higher power. As I read the book, I wondered where his spiritual search will end.
The book is also very open in describing the challenges of being a Dad who can't do all those physical things.
To me, this book was a huge breath of fresh air.
As much as I enjoyed Michael J. Fox, the brilliant comic actor, I admire Michael J. Fox, the optimistic man seeking to improve himself, even more.
Bravo!
Michael J. Fox's second memoir closely follows this section of Scripture in a seemingly unconscious way. In the book, he describes the transition from being a full-time actor to Parkinson's disease research-encouraging activist . . . seeking a cure within ten years -- what would be a miracle to all those with the disease. How do I know? My Dad discovered he had the disease about the same time Michael J. Fox did, but Dad is no longer with us.
Many people become leaders of various social causes, but most aren't as candid as Michael J. Fox in describing the sources of inspiration, frustration, and challenges that cause them to lift themselves above their daily lives to service for many others. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to undertake selfless leadership. Michael J. Fox's consistent self-deprecating humor (part of "always looking up" is explained by his diminutive stature) in the face of adversity is an inspiration for those who are in good health or poor.
I don't know anyone now who has Parkinson's disease so I've lost touch with what the disease's progression is like. The book is eloquent and detailed in capturing the various disease symptoms and side effects of medication. You can almost feel yourself inside his body. It's remarkable story telling. Anyone who is feeling sorry for her- or himself would do well to read this book and count blessing instead.
I was also very interested in his spiritual search. He's open to learning about different ideas about spirituality but doesn't have much of a sense of connection to the spiritual world except to believe that there's a higher power. As I read the book, I wondered where his spiritual search will end.
The book is also very open in describing the challenges of being a Dad who can't do all those physical things.
To me, this book was a huge breath of fresh air.
As much as I enjoyed Michael J. Fox, the brilliant comic actor, I admire Michael J. Fox, the optimistic man seeking to improve himself, even more.
Bravo!
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Excellent Read
Got both the Michael J Fox autobiographies for my kindle upon discovering that my Mother had just been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Al
Very interesting read
Bought this after seeing Michael Fox acting again. This book is very interesting and tells the reader all about his research and how his disease affects him. Read more
Published 12 months ago by bufster
A Reasonable Sequel to an Excellent First Auto-Biography
I loved Lucky Man and whilst I always applaud Michael J. Fox's optimism this book for me did not reach the heights of the predecessor.
Published 12 months ago by Mark Beech
Another great book from Michael J Fox
When i read Lucky Man - it was one of the best autobiographies i'd ever read. So i was delighted to see another memoir from Michael J Fox and i wasn't disappointed. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Victoria Megginson
Great story
This is a great story really heart felt you really feel for Michael not in pity but in the why he's dealing with his life's up's and down's
Published 21 months ago by Mark Gamble
Always Looking Up
`Always Looking Up' explores what has occurred in Michael J Fox's life since publication of his first memoir `Lucky Man'. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Spider Monkey
Good, but not as good as the first one
I found his first book to be an exceptionally honest and personal account of a young star coming to terms with a life changing disease. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Andrew
Very well written, sad in places.
Found it to be4 very well written, very funny and down to earth considering the amazing highs and lows of his life. A very good read.
Published on 1 May 2010 by Joan O Ireland
Always Looking Up
I am a big fan of Biographies, finding the life stories of real people to be fascinating. Of course, there are Biographies that appear to be written to merely enhance a media... Read more
Published on 4 April 2010 by Mrs. Marysia T. Paling
Inspirational and life affirming.
I own his first book 'Lucky Man' which I read and really loved. So when I saw that this book was being released I really wanted it. Read more
Published on 25 Sep 2009 by film fan
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