Canongate Books Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig

Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig is a personal account of a period of crisis and recovery. This edition is published by Canongate Books.

Key details

• Author: Matt Haig
• Publisher: Canongate Books
• Presented as a true story
• Described as more than a memoir

Synopsis

At the age of 24, Matt Haig describes his world as having caved in, leaving him unable to see a way to continue living. He recounts how he came through that crisis, overcame an illness that nearly destroyed him, and learned to live again.

The book is described as moving, funny and joyous, and explores ways to live better, love better and feel more alive. It also reflects on making the most of the time we have, and on the idea that familiar truths can still offer real help, including the belief that time heals and that words can, sometimes, set you free.