How I Became a Human Being

In "How I Became a Human Being," Mark O'Brien shares his poignant journey following a polio diagnosis in 1955 that left him paralyzed from the neck down and reliant on an iron lung. This audiobook offers a compelling account of his life, capturing his experiences growing up, navigating rehabilitation, and confronting the challenges of bureaucracy within medical institutions. Despite his physical constraints, O'Brien's narrative is infused with resilience and vivid insights, illustrating his quest for independence as a student and writer.