Running with Scissors (Magill’s Literary Annual 1991-2005)
At a glance:
- Author: Augusten Burroughs
- First Published: 2002
- Type of Work: Autobiography and psychology
- Time of Work: 1974-1982
- Setting: The Boston area
- Principal Characters: Augusten Burroughs, Deirdre Burroughs, Dr. Finch, Agnes Finch, Hope Finch, Natalie Finch, Vickie Finch, Neil Bookman, Fern, Dorothy, Joranne
- Genres: Nonfiction, Memoir, Psychology
- Subjects: 1970’s, Family or family life, United States or Americans, Homosexuality or homosexuals, Abused persons, Twentieth century, 1980’s, New England, Alcoholism or alcoholics, Boston, Medical ethics, Massachusetts
- Locales: Boston, MA
As the saying goes, no one really knows what goes on behind closed doors, unless they themselves are behind those doors. This statement applies particularly well to the American family. Running with Scissors is an outstanding example of the abuses that can and do go on in homes in this society unbeknownst even to the neighbors. The author and main character, Augusten Burroughs, lived in two such households while growing up, and he has opened up the door to let the world in. In this autobiographical work, Augusten relates tales of his youth through many superficially amusing...
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