Um Palhaço na Boca do Vulcão (A Clown at the Volcano´s Edge) is an autobiographical account from a Brazilian artist – a clown – adapting himself to the shortcomings imposed by multiple sclerosis, a degenerative disease. From the first dismantling diagnosis at the age of 22 to a hilarious theatre show, three decades later, the author reframes his experience struggling against (and living with) sclerosis. Nando Bolognesi´s narrative mixes drama and humor on an original and entertaining way, taking on from early childhood´s memories, as a teenager who wanted to travel the World, up to a well succeeded career as a clown. The book casts a fascinating and mocking look at the fragility of our inescapably perishable condition – and invites the reader to regret but also laugh from it.