Letters

(Author) Oliver Sacks
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The letters of one of the greatest observers of the human species, revealing his passion for life and work, friendship and art, medicine and society, and the richness of his relationships with friends, family, and fellow intellectuals over the decades, collected here for the first time.

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Publisher:
Pan Macmillan
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781509821839
Publish year:
2024
Publish date:
Nov. 7, 2024

Oliver Sacks

Oliver Sacks (1933-2015) was a British-American neurologist and author known for his compassionate and insightful writings on the human brain and the mysteries of the mind. His most notable works include "The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat" and "Awakenings," which inspired the Oscar-nominated film starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro. Sacks' literary style was characterized by a blend of scientific rigor and poetic storytelling, making complex neurological concepts accessible to a wide audience. His contributions to literature include shedding light on the experiences of individuals with neurological disorders and challenging societal perceptions of what it means to be human. Oliver Sacks remains a prominent figure in the genre of medical narrative and his work continues to inspire readers and researchers alike.

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