Oliver Sacks
Awakenings
Awakenings
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The remarkable story of a disease that plunged its victims into a prison of viscous time, and the drug that catapulted them out of it is documented in Oliver Sacks' book "Awakenings." The book describes the experiences of a group of twenty patients who were rendered catatonic by the sleeping-sickness epidemic that swept the world just after the First World War. Dr. Sacks administered the then-new drug, L-DOPA, which caused them to temporarily awaken from their decades-long slumber.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
The captivating tale of a disease that entrapped its victims in a viscous prison of time, and the remarkable drug that liberated them – "Awakenings" by Oliver Sacks. Celebrated as a medical masterpiece, this extraordinary account unfolds through the experiences of a remarkable group of twenty patients. Trapped in a catatonic state by the devastating sleeping-sickness epidemic that ravaged the world shortly after the First World War, these individuals had endured a staggering forty years of confinement within the walls of hospitals. Motionless and speechless, they were conscious of their surroundings but showed no interest in them – until the advent of Dr. Sacks and the revolutionary drug, L-DOPA. In a momentous breakthrough, this drug temporarily awakens these patients from their long-term slumber, offering them a glimpse into the world outside their own. Through vivid descriptions and personal narratives, "Awakenings" paints a profound portrait of the human spirit and the resilience of the human mind. It sheds light on the complexities of neurological disorders and the profound impact that medical advancements can have on the lives of individuals. This timeless masterpiece has been adapted into a major feature film, radio dramas, stage plays, and numerous TV documentaries, further amplifying its reach and impact. "Awakenings" remains a testament to the power of medicine, the human spirit, and the enduring hope for a brighter future.
Weight: 332g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529087437
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