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Greg Marshall's early years were pretty bizarre. Rewind the VHS tapes and you'll see a lopsided teenager limping across a high school stage, or in a wheelchair after leg surgeries, pondering why he's crushing on half of the Utah Jazz. Add to this home video footage a mom clacking away at her newspaper column between chemos, a dad with ALS, and a cast of foulmouthed siblings. Fast forward the tape and you'll find Marshall happily settled into his life as a gay man only to discover he's been living in another closet his whole life: He has cerebral palsy, a diagnosis that has been kept from him since birth. Here, in the hot mess of it all, lies Greg Marshall's wellspring of wit and wisdom.
Leg is an extraordinarily funny and insightful memoir from a daring new voice. Packed with outrageous stories of a singular childhood, it is also a unique examination of what it means to transform when there are parts of yourself you can't change, a moving portrait of a family in crisis, and a tale of resilience of spirit. In Marshall's deft hands, we see a story both personal and universal—of being young and wanting the world, even when the world doesn't feel like yours to want.
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Release date
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OverDrive Listen audiobook
- ISBN: 9798350835410
- File size: 282984 KB
- Duration: 09:49:32
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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Starred review from June 10, 2024
Writer and editor Marshall's debut memoir plumbs the intersections of sexuality, disability, and family, eloquently depicting his coming out as a gay, disabled man. Marshall grew up in a conservative Utah community in the 1990s. At the age of 30, he learns that his lifelong limp is not caused by "tight tendons," as he'd always been told, but is, in fact, cerebral palsy (CP). His family, who hid the diagnosis from him, hoping that disability wouldn't limit his life, is delightfully quirky and devoted to him, although they struggle with their own health issues. In this raw and rowdy account, he candidly relates his coming-of-age, including explicit descriptions of bodily functions, many associated with sexual discovery. Marshall narrates his story, starting with an explanation that because CP affects speech, listeners may hear differences in his narration. The audio experience is outstanding; Marshall's voice is melodious, and the production is flawless. VERDICT With remarkable storytelling, heartfelt narration, and a powerful message, listeners will delight in stories of Marshall's awkward teen years and sorrow as he describes moments of loss and grief. A perfect blend of heartwarming, hilarious, and horrendous, this memoir is unforgettable and highly recommended for all collections.--Christa Van Herreweghe
Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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