Martin Pistorius
Martin Pistorius is a TED speaker who has written 1 quality-verified book, paired here with their talk.
At age 12, Martin Pistorius fell into a coma, and spent 13 years locked inside his body, unable to communicate -- until a caregiver noticed his eyes responded to her. His book "Ghost Boy" tells his story.
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What books has Martin Pistorius written?
Martin Pistorius has written 1 book in the Books Worth Reading catalogue: "Ghost Boy". It is quality-verified and paired with their TED talk.
What does Martin Pistorius write about?
Martin Pistorius's books on Books Worth Reading cover Biography & Memoir.
What is Martin Pistorius known for?
Martin Pistorius brings a profoundly unique perspective to questions of consciousness, communication, and human dignity that resonates deeply with audiences seeking authentic narratives of resilience. His lived experience of emerging from locked-in syndrome—spending thirteen years trapped in his own...
What is Martin Pistorius's TED talk?
Martin Pistorius's TED talk is "How my mind came back to life — and no one knew" (2015). It is paired with their book on Books Worth Reading.