In the quiet shadows of memory loss and physical limitation, a man learns to walk again—through time, pain, and self-discovery. Still Rambling Down Life’s Road… with a Brain Injury by Kevin Pettit is not merely a memoir. It’s a beacon of hope written from the eye of the storm.
When Kevin Pettit’s life was shattered by a severe auto accident in 1998, the odds of recovery were impossibly slim. Diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and given a Glasgow Coma Scale Score of 3, the lowest possible score while still being alive, his prognosis was grim. Mute, partially paralyzed, and cognitively impaired, Pettit began an odyssey that would span hospitals, therapy centers, and the treacherous terrain of inner doubt and determination.
This book is his road map back.
Told with raw honesty, flashes of dry wit, and a teacher’s desire to explain, Still Rambling Down Life’s Road invites the reader into the intimate world of brain trauma—not from the outside, but from deep within. Through 30 vivid chapters, including three new additions in this updated edition, Pettit reflects on survival, relationships, the unpredictability of healing, and the redemptive power of perseverance.
He doesn’t shy away from the grittiness of the struggle—impulsivity, confusion, grief over lost capabilities—but neither does he forget gratitude: for his family, for his doctors, and for the simple fact of still being here to ramble on.
This book is more than a survivor’s tale. It’s a love letter to the people who refused to give up on him and a heartfelt guide for those walking their own path through TBI. With references to other remarkable stories of resilience—from Viktor Frankl to Jean-Dominique Bauby—Pettit contextualizes his experience among a larger, universal fight to reclaim identity after tragedy.
Whether you’re a caregiver, a medical professional, or simply a lover of human triumph, this memoir will move you, haunt you, and perhaps most importantly, change the way you see recovery.
Now available on Amazon, Still Rambling Down Life’s Road is the kind of book that sticks with you—long after you’ve turned the final page.
Buy your copy today on Amazon and join Kevin Pettit on his unforgettable road back to life.
About the Author
Kevin Pettit is a physics professor whose life took an unexpected turn after a traumatic car accident left him with a severe brain injury. His recovery journey—from paralysis and muteness to reentering academic life—is nothing short of remarkable. Drawing from personal experience and scholarly insight, Pettit’s writing bridges scientific clarity with emotional resonance. He lives with his family and continues to advocate for TBI awareness and support.
To learn more about his story and ongoing advocacy, visit his official website: https://ramblingdownlifesroad.com/.
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