A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future

Twists and Turns and Lessons Learned

By: Michael J. Fox

Narrated by: Michael J. Fox

Michael J. Fox abandoned high school to pursue an acting career, but went on to receive honorary degrees from several universities and garner the highest accolades for his acting, as well as for his writing. In his new book, he inspires and motivates graduates to recognize opportunities, maximize their abilities, and roll with the punches - all with his trademark optimism, warmth, and humor.

In A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future, Michael draws on his own life experiences to make a case that real learning happens when “life goes skidding sideways”. He writes of coming to Los Angeles from Canada at age 18 and attempting to make his way as an actor.

Fox offers up a comically skewed take on how, in his own way, he fulfilled the requirements of a college syllabus. He learned economics as a starving artist; an unexpected turn as a neophyte activist schooled him in political science; and his approach to comparative literature involved stacking books up against their movie versions.

Replete with personal stories and hilarious anecdotes, Michael J. Fox’s new book is the perfect gift for graduates and fans.

©2010 Michael J. Fox (P)2010 Hyperion

Great Read

Michael J. Fox, once again shares openly his struggles, his triumphs, and his tribulations. He’s seen as an optimist, but describes himself as a realist. as a realist, he takes you on a journey that allows you to hear his story. This is just a good book to read, and makes you think along the way, while it engages you in the story, and isn’t that what a good book is supposed to do?

Thoroughly Enjoyable!!

I loved this and have listened too it a couple of times! Fox's narration is swift, funny and too the point. Very easy to listen too.

uplifting

A very quick and easy listen. I would recommend to anyone who needs a lift to their perspective, a graduate who is about to head out into the world or someone who is trying to find their path. it is a reminder that life isn't easy or simple but it can be filled with accomplishment and satisfaction.

Brief but powerful

I have always admired Michael J. Fox. I marvel at his strength and optimism. I only wish this book was longer.

Was like an extended commencement speech

Not sure if this book was geared toward young adults. It was a bit cursory and prescriptive.... I would have liked a bit more story telling and may be a little less philosophizing... I do love him though....and I wish him and his family the best....

Humorous, inspiring!

MJF does a brilliant and humorous job of telling it like it is! Great listen, great grad gift’

such a fan

this is a wonderful book and I highly recommend it. I've always been a fan of MJF.

In check

Truly enjoyable, how to put one in check with themselves. Thank you for writing it.

Well worth the listen!

This one was only about 90 minutes on audio, a Commencement Address of sorts, and was a nice recap of a few highlights from his first two books, while also including a much-shortened version of a story he included in his 4th book. Definitely a nice graduation gift for your favorite college grad... or maybe even before they begin college, though I'd encourage them to read it again at the end.

Good stuff!

Michael again entertains and delights with his playful reading. Enjoyed hearing (between the lines) the maturity, perspective and focus he's developed over the last few years. I actually think I could listen to this again and that doesn't happen often.