Nothing Is Impossible

Reflections on a New Life

By: Christopher Reeve

Narrated by: Christopher Reeve

So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable. If we can conquer outer space, we can conquer inner space, too.

Christopher Reeve has mastered the art of turning the impossible into the inevitable. In Nothing Is Impossible, Reeve shows that we are all capable of overcoming seemingly insurmountable hardships. He interweaves anecdotes from his own life with excerpts from speeches and interviews he's given.

Reeve teaches us that for able-bodied people, paralysis is a choice - a choice to live with self-doubt and a fear of taking risks - and that it is not an acceptable one. Reeve knows from experience that the work of conquering inner space is hard and that it requires some suffering - after all, nothing worth having is easy to get. He asks challenging questions about why it seems so difficult - if not impossible - for us to work together as a society. He steers the reader gently, offering his reflections and guidance but not the pat answers that often characterize inspirational works.

Published on the eve of both his fiftieth birthday and the seventh anniversary of his spinal cord injury, Christopher Reeve's Nothing Is Impossible reminds us that life is not to be taken for granted but to be lived fully with zeal, curiosity, and gratitude. That is a powerful message in itself, but it is the messenger who gives it its full resonance.

©2002 Christopher Reeve, All Rights Reserved (P)2002 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved

Critic reviews

"Reeve's skill as an actor lends itself beautifully to reading his own prose." (AudioFile)

5 Stars All Around

Good insights on a new life. Refreshingly honest, and he covers all things about his injury and his life as a whole.

Superman himself narrates his inspiring story

Inspirational. He was an incredible man.... intelligent, wise, humorous, and hopeful... even in the face of overwhelming challenges. I will never forget him or his words.

Tragedy, Hope, Science, Faith, Love & Heroism

Facets of an extraordinary life. There is little that Reeves doesn't touch in in this... sadly last memoir of his. Humor, coping, setbacks, breakthroughs... this one has it all. Highly recommend.

Superman

A beautiful, touching story that sometimes made me cry. Reeve really embodied Superman and seemed to have been a wonderful man and great father. Makes me want to have more faith in myself and others, to be more compassionate, to complain less and practice gratefulness. Hearing his voice is comforting.

must listen

This story of triumph of a man who faced a horrible fate but found how to live after all.

Inspirational

This book makes you appreciate life, appreciate the little things we are able to do with our body and most importantly it gives you faith to overcome any obstacles you may be encountering in your life. This man went through a lot of challenges but he never lost hope and kept his faith

Great

Loved the categories he chose to speak on, thoughts and focus with explanations of his recovery. I also enjoyed how it was read by Christopher.

Moving and inspiring

Would you consider the audio edition of Nothing Is Impossible to be better than the print version?

This audiobook is priceless, because it is narrated by Reeve himself. This gives the whole experience a special dimention.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Inspiring beyond belief. A great book by a great man.

inspirational in the best way

not preachy. very real, and moving. makes you think about what's really important in a life, and as a parent.

Really Enjoyed It

I really enjoyed this book. Me. Reeve went into details about his personal struggles that made me feel as if I were there living it with him. What a strong person one has to be to endure something like this. God Bless him and his family. I’m sad that he couldn’t live long enough to see how far he could have gone. I’m especially sad that his wife had to endure her own struggles and face terminal cancer so soon after her husband’s passing. May they both Rest In Peace.