Good Memoir Examples
Oftentimes, the best way to understand the concepts of a writing form is to immerse yourself in that form. With something as difficult to digest as the art of memoir, reading memoir examples can be a tremendous help. Hopefully, by reading a variety of memoirs, you will begin to understand what is expected of a memoir, and the various forms and styles these works can take. Before you write the first page of your own memoir, I recommend at least reading a few good memoirs. Here are some great memoir examples.
Jeannette Walls - The Glass Castle
An incredibly popular memoir, Jeannette Walls "The Glass Castle" recounts her childhood, growing up in a family without roots as she struggled with parents that worked to find their own way.
Frank Gilbreth - Cheaper By the Dozen
Known by many for the popular movie based on it, Cheaper By the Dozen shows you what happens when you mix twelve kids with their efficiency expert father.
Michael Drosnin - Citizen Hughes
The movie The Aviator showcased the mystique of Howard Hughes and this memoir by Michael Drosnin shows what happens when you dig into the life of a famous man veiled in mystery.
James McBride - The Color of Water
Having watched footage of James McBride discuss his memoir, I was immediately attracted to it. Reading it, the story is amazing. Turning the pages, you see the story of a boy growing up in an impoverished family, and the work his mother does to make it all happen.
David Sedaris - Naked
Reading David Sedaris reminds you that memoirs don't have to be about tragedy and serious events. Memoirs can make you laugh and cry tears of joy. Naked is a great example of what you can do with a bit of humor.
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