by Oliver Sacks
First published 1984
When a freak accident leaves renowned neurologist Oliver Sacks with a severely damaged leg, his routine recovery becomes a profound medical journey. As his leg inexplicably detaches from his sense of self, Sacks must confront the fragility of identity and the mysteries of the human body. Through vivid personal accounts and scientific insight, he illuminates the complex relationship between mind and matter, and the resilience required to overcome even the most daunting physical and psychological obstacles.
Genres: neuroscience, medical, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: overcoming-obstacles, personal-journey
Setting: England
240 pages · Paperback · Vintage