The Unreliable Sip: How John Robins' Memoir Exposes the Myth of Control The notion that we're in control, that our choices are our own, and that we can quit whenever we want has been perpetuated for centuries.
But what happens when we examine those who've struggled with addiction? John Robins' memoir, Thirst, is a searingly honest account of his relationship with alcohol.
Robins' narrative is structured around pivotal moments in his life, each marked by a particular drink.