My Stroke of Luck
Written by Kirk Douglas
Narrated by Kirk Douglas and Michael Douglas
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About this audiobook
In the six decades since he took to the stage and screen, Kirk Douglas has starred in eighty-three films, nine plays, written seven books, and made a remarkable commitment to humanitarian causes world-wide. Now in My Stroke of Luck, his vivid and very personal reflection upon his extraordinary life, Kirk Douglas finally completes his story by offering a candid and heartfelt memoir of where it all went right.
Written in his own words, Kirk offers tender vignettes of his childhood, family, and the seminal event that changed his life for the better. Kirk offers the lessons that saved him and helped him to heal; he also shares warm memories of some of the most famous figures of our time -- including Burt Lancaster, Michael J. Fox and Gary Cooper.
Filled with personal insights and read by Kirk Douglas and his son Michael, My Stroke of Luck is an audio sure to inspire all who hear it.
Kirk Douglas
Kirk Douglas has been a Hollywood legend for more than half a century. His eighty-three films include The Bad and the Beautiful and Lust for Life. In addition, his company, Bryna, has produced such classics as Spartacus, Douglas has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award given by the President, as well as numerous other awards and honors. Currently he serves as a Goodwill Ambassador for the State Department and the Legion de Honneur in France. The father of four sons, and grandfather of five, he lives with his wife, Anne, in Beverly Hills.
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Reviews for My Stroke of Luck
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5What an amazing person. I remember him on the screen in his movies. Hearing and seeing him after his stroke was hard but what an amazing lesson he made of it! His operator's manual should be printed and handed out to everyone!
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I initially thought this book may be a little boring and lack substance. However, I was pleasantly surprised as this book is very inspirational. Douglas pulls no punches in his description of life after a stroke. The struggle of learning to speak again, the depression, anxiety and frustration are all big road blocks to recovery. Douglas also tells of others who have overcome significant physical disabilities and gone on to a succesful, fullfilling life. If you have had a stroke or know someone who has then IU would highlt recommend this book.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Inspiring and encouraging! Lots of laughs and tears. Thank you Mr. D.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5What a great lesson! I admire his strength! Love it ?