Superman: The Superhero Who Saves Humanity on Screen, The Warrior Who Challenges His Own Limits in Reality

Author: Christopher Reeve (USA)
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: In this new autobiographical book, Christopher Reeve once again proves to everyone that everyone can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. As a paraplegic, he tells us how difficult it is to overcome inner feelings of helplessness and weakness. This book reminds us that life is never a given, and we must face every day with enthusiasm, curiosity, and gratitude.
Christopher Reeve: An internationally renowned actor who gained fame from the movie Superman. In 1995, Christopher Reeve suffered a severe spinal cord injury in a horse-riding accident and has been using a wheelchair ever since. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation and the Vice President of the National Organization on Disability in the United States. He passionately advocates for healthcare reform and actively raises funds for paralysis research. At the time of his passing, he lived in upstate New York with his wife, Dana, and their children.
Chinese gymnast Sang Lan, who became severely paralyzed after an accident during training in the United States, received treatment at the same rehabilitation center as Reeve. The two formed a deep friendship and often encouraged each other. "Sang Lan is stronger than me," Reeve once said. "Being with her, I became more cheerful." The Man of Steel said.