I think Ham on Rye by Charles Bukowski. That and his book Post Office. Just the first things to come to mind, even though I can’t remember them and need to read them again.

I usually listen while walking. Concentrating full attention is hard. That’s why I like to listen to turgid books where I can space out and miss parts of it and not miss it at all.

I will add it to my list of visits. Sounds intriguing. ty.

Neal Peart, drummer for Rush, wrote some books. Lost his daughter and first wife later.

Mark Twain dealt with losing his fortune and family tragedies.