Running with Scissors is a funny, raw, and disturbing cult-favorite memoir by Augusten Burroughs that recounts his bizarre childhood with sharp wit and dark humor.
After his mother sends him to live with her psychiatrist, Augusten finds himself in a world both absurd and unsettling. He explores dysfunction, resilience, and survival in an unconventional household where the rules of normal life don't apply. Through quirky storytelling and unflinching honesty, Burroughs creates an unforgettable portrait of a childhood like no other.
Through dark humor and eccentricity, Burroughs delivers a memoir that is as shocking as it is compelling. The book has developed a cult following for its unique voice and willingness to confront uncomfortable truths about family, mental health, and growing up in chaos.
Known in memoir circles for its quirky storytelling, honesty, and cult following, this memoir is unforgettable. Perfect for fans of Dry by Augusten Burroughs, The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, and Prozac Nation by Elizabeth Wurtzel.
Format: Paperback (October 2002 edition)
Condition: Fair - heavy wear, significant yellowing, all pages present
Genre: Memoir / Biography / Non-Fiction
