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title: "The Diving-Bell and the Butterfly"
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# The Diving-Bell and the Butterfly

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## Description

‘Locked-in syndrome: paralysed from head to toe, the patient, his mind intact, is imprisoned inside his own body, unable to speak or move. In my case, blinking my left eyelid is my only means of communication.’ In December 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby, editor-in-chief of French ‘Elle’ and the father of two young children, suffered a massive stroke and found himself paralysed and speechless, but entirely conscious, trapped by what doctors call ‘locked-in syndrome’. Using his only functioning muscle – his left eyelid – he began dictating this remarkable story, painstakingly spelling it out letter by letter. His book offers a haunting, harrowing look inside the cruel prison of locked-in syndrome, but it is also a triumph of the human spirit. The acclaimed 2007 film adaptation, directed by Julian Schnabel, won Best Director at Cannes and was nominated for the Palme d’Or.

Review: Disappointed - I expected a lot more going into this book honestly, it was a very simple read. I expected more description and details from the author.
Review: Impactante - No hay ningún otro libro que yo sepa, en el que una persona con síndrome de cautiverio (incapaz de mover nada más que los ojos) cuente su historia de esta forma. Una proeza admirable, al margen del estilo o la calidad literaria.

## Features

- Mint Condition
- Used Book in Good Condition

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,341 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #14 in Biographies of Medical Professionals #80 in Diseases & Physical Ailments #112 in Arts & Literature Biographies |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,327 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐ Disappointed
*by S***R on 30 June 2022*

I expected a lot more going into this book honestly, it was a very simple read. I expected more description and details from the author.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impactante
*by C***S on 14 April 2024*

No hay ningún otro libro que yo sepa, en el que una persona con síndrome de cautiverio (incapaz de mover nada más que los ojos) cuente su historia de esta forma. Una proeza admirable, al margen del estilo o la calidad literaria.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Saw the movie, HAD to read the book.
*by D***R on 1 December 2013*

I watched this movie with my husband, who didn't like it, but for me, I loved it. I have worked with people with disabilities for 36 years, and this story touched my heart deeply. Jean-Dominique Bauby, although trapped in a body that did not work, had full control of his mind and spirit. The essence of who this man was / is, was so clearly intact, his sense of humour over his life changing predicament, was contagious. After watching the movie of his life, I knew I would not rest until I read his book. I wanted to know him on a deeper level, somehting a movie just could not completely convey. We all have hurdles in life, disappointments and let-downs. Most people would have given up on living in the same circumstance as Bauby. Jean-Dominique Bauby did not allow the restrictions of a body he no longer had control over, to control his purpose in life. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who was unhappy with their lot in life. Bauby may change how you view your situation, from whoa is me to counting your blessings!

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*Last updated: 2026-06-22*