The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Salt Lake City, Utah • 2000s
2013
Adult
18+ years
The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family by Josh Hanagarne explores one person's experiences with Tourette's syndrome, his journey with faith, passion for books, and strength training. It highlights family support and resilience amid challenges, portraying how these elements shape his life as a librarian.
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Humorous
Hopeful
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Josh Hanagarne's The World's Strongest Librarian intertwines humor and vulnerability as it chronicles his journey with Tourette's. Readers laud its inspirational narrative and engaging storytelling but note uneven pacing. The memoir deftly balances struggles and triumphs, offering insightful reflections on family, faith, and resilience.
Readers who appreciate The World's Strongest Librarian would enjoy heartfelt memoirs exploring personal challenges and triumphs. Fans of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls and When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi will resonate with Hanagarne's blend of humor, resilience, and insights into Tourette's and family dynamics.
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Josh Hanagarne is not only an author but also an accomplished strongman; in his memoir, he shares how he uses weightlifting as a tool to manage his Tourette's syndrome.
In addition to his life as a librarian and an author, Hanagarne's unique blend of personal interests and challenges has made him a sought-after speaker, where he discusses overcoming adversity and the intersection of literacy and strength.
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291
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Salt Lake City, Utah • 2000s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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