{"product_id":"in-the-body-of-the-world-a-memoir-of-cancer-and-connection","title":"In the Body of the World: A Memoir of Cancer and Connection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eA powerful, inspiring and courageous memoir of cancer and conflict, from the author of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES. Now a critically acclaimed play. 'A masterpiece' NAOMI KLEIN \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 05 April 2018\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Little, Brown Book Group\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEve Ensler, a renowned playwright, author, and activist, has dedicated her life to exploring the female body, advocating for its protection and appreciation. However, for a significant period, she felt disconnected from her own body due to the profound impact of her father's sexual abuse and her mother's distant presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring her work in the Congo, Ensler witnessed the devastating realities of rape and violence inflicted upon women in that region. Shortly after, she received a diagnosis of uterine cancer, which forced her to prioritize her physical well-being. Through months of intensive treatment, she underwent numerous procedures, including pricks, punctures, cuts, scans, and other medical interventions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring this challenging time, Ensler's perspective shifted dramatically. She realized that her illness was not just a personal struggle but a reflection of the broader devastation caused by human actions on the Earth. She connected her life force to the resilience of humanity and felt a deep sense of unity with the body of the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough her healing journey, Ensler found solace and strength in reconnecting with her own body. She embraced its imperfections, vulnerabilities, and resilience, recognizing it as a vessel for expressing love, compassion, and activism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsler's story serves as a powerful testament to the transformative power of self-awareness, healing, and connection. Her work continues to inspire and empower women worldwide, reminding them of their inherent worth and the importance of protecting and valuing their bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 196g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 126 x 196 x 16 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780349011424\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eve Ensler","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097725366522,"sku":"9780349011424","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/f108073d6a5c275c8edce2e262e55b72.jpg?v=1631154419","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/in-the-body-of-the-world-a-memoir-of-cancer-and-connection","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}