Being bipolar myself,this for me was anaccurate account of the Illness.It is always conforting to know you aren't the only one suffering from this often disabling disorder

The Pits and the Pendulum is an memoir -slamming his hand with the hammer accidentally yet continuing to work through day and night, going without sleep or very little sleep for weeks. The effects on his jobs and the risky investments that are not uncommon with bipolar sufferers are both discussed. Struggling with the deepest of depressions, suicidality, and with the ultimate highs of mania provides for an interesting if not provocative read.

This is an example of a book read for class that I decided to keep rather than get rid of or sell used. It proves worthy of additional reads and as an excellent example of a memoir in bipolar disorder to those with any vested interest in the field.