Diagnosed with
bipolar disorder near her 30th birthday, Ellen wrestles with the
boundary between her creativity and her condition. Fearful that pharmaceuticals
will destroy her creativity, she strives for balance, conversationally
reflecting on the enjoyable highs yet abysmal lows and deftly using
illustration to graphically communicate her states of mind. This in turns humorous
romp and informative delve into clinical aspects of the disease explores the concept
of the artist as madman. Like a diary of her therapy, the reader is carried
through to her conclusion that there is reward in persisting with the process.
Forney, Ellen. Marbles: mania, depression, Michelangelo & me, London : Robinson, 2013.
Forney, Ellen. Marbles: mania, depression, Michelangelo & me, London : Robinson, 2013.
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