Unseen : how I lost my vision and found my voice / Molly Burke.
"From social media star and disability activist Molly Burke, a vulnerable and witty memoir on navigating the challenges of being a legally blind woman in an ableist world When Molly Burke was four years old, she was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare degenerative eye disease that causes gradual and complete blindness, forcing Burke to conceptualize the world differently. Growing up disabled didn't stop her from playing sports, speaking publicly, or becoming a rock-climbing instructor, but it was other people's narrow perceptions of her that held her back. Today, Burke is a speaker, content creator, model, author, and advocate whose mission is to help foster community for anyone feeling isolated, misrepresented, or misunderstood. Unseen is Burke's story in her own words and an inspiration to those who have been stigmatized or are feeling alone in their struggles to speak out. Burke chronicles her journey as a disabled woman, business owner, and entertainer, illuminating not only what her experiences have taught her, but also what she wishes the world understood about her world and the world of others in the blind community. Part memoir, part rallying cry for better representation, Unseen recounts Burke's life and experiences fighting against the expectations society set for her as a blind woman, and in doing so, helps readers find their voice, strength, and inner purpose"-- Provided by publisher.
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- ISBN: 9781419777882 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 259 pages ; 22 cm
- Publisher: New York : Abrams Press, 2025.
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| Subject: | Burke, Molly. Blind > Canada > Biography. People with visual disabilities > Canada > Biography. Retinitis pigmentosa > Patients > Canada > Biography. |
| Genre: | Biographies. Autobiographies. Personal narratives. |
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- Harry N. Abrams, Inc.
From social media star and change-maker Molly Burke, a vulnerable, honest, and darkly humorous memoir on navigating the challenges of being a blind woman in a sighted world
When Molly Burke was four years old, she was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare degenerative eye disease that leads to eventual blindness, forcing her to see the world through new eyesâliterally. Growing up disabled didnât stop her from playing sports, becoming a rock-climbing instructor, or winning a beauty pageant, but other peopleâs narrow perceptions of her held her back.
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Years of relentless bullying, toxic work environments, a rodent-infested apartment, and lifeâs lowest moments were juxtaposed with red carpets, first-class flights, and personal and professional achievements. Throughout her life, Molly has learned to appreciate the duality, and, most importantly, sheâs learned the beauty of being unapologetically yourself and standing up for what you truly believe in.
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In Unseen, Molly chronicles her journey as a disabled woman, entrepreneur, and entertainer, illuminating what her experiences have taught her and what she hopes others can learn from her hardship and successes. Part memoir, part rallying cry for a more compassionate and empathetic world, Unseen recounts Mollyâs life and experiences fighting against the expectations society set for her and, in doing so, helps readers find their own voice, inner strength, and self-acceptance.