Everything Is Horrible and Wonderful
A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love, and Loss
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Memoirs
Summary:
The memoir recounts the life and untimely death of Harris Wittels, a talented comedy writer, through the eyes of his sister, Stephanie Wittels Wachs. It explores the complexities of his struggles with heroin addiction, his impact on the comedy world, and the profound grief and love experienced by his family and friends in the wake of his passing.
Key points:
1. Addiction's Impact: The book honestly depicts addiction's ruinous effects on the addict and their family, using the author's brother, Harris Wittels, as an example.
