Hanging On by a Thread

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A unique, autobiographical project and vivid portrait of Lebanese youth. Noémie is 18 years old when she falls ill with cancer. A brilliant and funny art student, she burns the can dle at both ends, with joy and anticipation... until her body throws everything back in her face. A fight ensues between her and her cancer - set against the backdrop of Beirut, its madness, its multiculturalism, and its inimitable character. In Hanging On by a Thread, Noémie paints a picture of hope and courage, in this raw and honest autobiographical graphic novel. Show more