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How does one young man survive the deaths of his entire family and manage to make something worthwhile of his life? In this poignant and original coming-of-age story, indie rock musician Mark Oliver Everett tells the story of his "ridiculous, sometimes tragic, and always unsteady" upbringing and how it fed into his creativity.

The insecure son of a genius physicist, Everett was left to run wild with his sister while his father was off in some parallel universe of his own invention. A string of tragedies would claim his family members, one by one, yet somehow Everett managed to not only survive, but to make a life. Striking out on a journey to find himself, he channeled his experiences into critically acclaimed music with the Eels.

Told with surprising candor, Things the Grandchildren Should Know is an inspiring and remarkable story full of hope, humor, and wry wisdom.

©2008 Mark Oliver Everett (P)2008 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Biographies & Memoirs Music Witty Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity
Captivating Storytelling • Honest Tone • Beautiful Narration • Humorous Writing • Insightful Content • Survival Story

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This was an absolute binge fest of an Audible book. ME is as an amazing of a story teller as he is a song writer, who would have ever know that they are one in the same! Thank you for this masterpiece of a listen and for never giving into the man because frankly sir that is you! Everyone needs to read this when in doubt of strength and self worth. This is one of the best life stories I have ever heard. The son of a genius sure did carve out a special place in this universe!!

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I never read auto biographies but for some reason this one caught my eye. I enjoyed the whole story and recommend it highly

Fascinating

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and I've heard a lot of them.
I became curious about the author after seeing Parallel Worlds, Parallel Lives. I wasn't familiar with his music.
It's a great survival story!
Compelling, well written and produced, and very well read!

One of the best Audible books I've heard......

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This was one of the most interesting books I’ve read! The author has such a different take on life than most people, including myself. The descriptions of his life events are hilarious, heartbreaking & memorable!

Love this author

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Just like his music full of insight and emotion. Narrator Chet also a man of many talents

E Rules

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