{"product_id":"persistence-living-an-authentic-life-with-a-disability-9798892285605","title":"Persistence: Living an Authentic Life with a Disability","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow do you navigate a world that wasn't built with you in mind?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat's it really like to live with a disability?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinda Dezenski pulls no punches in this raw and revealing memoir. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Linda takes us on a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of life with a body that doesn't always cooperate and a society that often misunderstands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut \u003cem\u003ePersistence\u003c\/em\u003e isn't just about struggles -it's a story of triumph. With humor and heart, Linda shares her lightbulb moment: disability doesn't define her, it's just part of the package. Join Linda as she learns to embrace her whole self and discovers her mission to help others do the same. Whether you have a disability or not, this book will change how you see the world and yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDezenski, Linda:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Linda Dezenski works for a city agency that provides services to people with Intellectual disabilities. She is passionate about civil rights for people with disabilities, particularly those pertaining to independent living. Linda earned two master's degrees from Bryn Mawr College's Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. She was born with cerebral palsy. Linda has authored children's books and continues to educate and support those living with disabilities and their loved ones.","brand":"Atticus Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51635433537810,"sku":"9798892285605","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a5b311db-e4cd-4510-abd5-e528e2e0cd22.jpg?v=1759235616","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/persistence-living-an-authentic-life-with-a-disability-9798892285605","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}