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A Leg To Stand On
A Leg To Stand On
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When Oliver Sacks, a physician, injured his leg while climbing a mountain, he found himself in an unusual position – that of patient. The injury was severe but straightforward to fix; the psychological effects were less predictable. Sacks experienced paralysis and an inability to perceive his leg as his own, instead seeing it as an alien object, over which he had no control.
A Leg to Stand On is both an account of Sacks’ ordeal and recovery, and an exploration of how mind and body are inextricably linked.
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Insightful journey into mind-body connection and recovery.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about the fascinating relationship between the mind and body, this book offers a personal and profound exploration. Oliver Sacks's detailed account of his injury and psychological reactions makes complex neurological concepts accessible and compelling. It's a unique blend of medical insight and human resilience that many readers find inspiring.