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Number of Pages
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Language
English
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A Leg To Stand On Offers A Compassionate, Illuminating Look At Resilience Through The Lens Of A Life-Changing Injury. In This Memoir, Neurologist Oliver Sacks Recounts A Mountain-Climbing Accident That Leaves Him Navigating The Thresholds Between Doctor And Patient. Written For Adults Curious About Psychology, Neurology, And Personal Growth, The Tone Is Thoughtful, Hopeful, And Quietly Adventurous As It Invites Readers To Reconsider How The Body And Mind Shape Who We Are.
Structured As A PatientโS Introspective Journey, A Leg To Stand On Blends Medical Insight With Intimate Storytelling. Sacks Writes In Clear, Eloquent Prose That Guides You Through The Physical Challenges And The Puzzling Shifts In Identity That Follow A Severe Leg Injury. The Experience Feels Unique Because It Sits At The Intersection Of Science And Self-Discovery, Turning Clinical Observation Into A Human-Scale Exploration Of Fear, Hope, And Adaptation. The Book Presents Concepts About Proprioception, Movement, And The Mind-Body Connection In Accessible Ways, Inviting Readers To Reflect On Their Own Bodies And Beliefs. If You Enjoy Stories That Illuminate How We Think And Feel In The Face Of Adversity, A Leg To Stand On Offers A Moving, Thoughtful Journey.
After Finishing A Leg To Stand On, Readers Gain A Nuanced Understanding Of How Mind And Body Influence Each Other, A Sense Of Shared Vulnerability And Strength, And A Lasting Invitation To Notice The Ordinary Moments Of Movement With Renewed Gratitude.
Product Details
Author
Oliver Sacks
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Number of Pages
224
Language
English
SKU
BK0481176
ISBN
9781529087420
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
Paperback
Binding
Paperback
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Oliver Sacks was a British neurologist and author known for narrative case studies exploring the human mind, bridging science and literature. The authorโs work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its clarity, insight, and lasting relevance across diverse audiences. The authorโs work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its clarity, insight, and lasting relevance across diverse audiences.