Yesterday's Child by Helene Brown (1977, Pb, Signet) cerebral palsy
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Yesterday's Child by Helene Brown (1977, Pb, Signet) cerebral palsy. The author tells of her struggle to raise a multiply-handicapped daughter and of the self-knowledge gained through the experience. Subject Matter: The memoir details Brown's life raising her daughter, Karen, who was born with cerebral palsy, mental retardation, and deafness. It is noted for its brutal honesty, as Brown explores her own feelings of struggle and rejection, moving away from typical "devoted mother" narratives.Narrative Focus: While it documents Karen's challenges, the book is described as being as much about the author’s own evolution and career—rising to become the interior design editor of a national magazine—as it is about her daughter.
