Oliver Sacks
5 SeriesOliver Sacks (1933-2015) was a British neurologist and author renowned for his non-fiction works, which often focused on his patients. His book "Awakenings" was adapted into a film starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams. Sacks, born in North London and educated at Oxford University, moved to New York in 1966, where he lived until his death.
In "A Leg to Stand On," Oliver Sacks recounts his harrowing experience after a bull attack on a Norwegian mountain leaves his leg severely injured. What begins as a seemingly straightforward recovery transforms into a prolonged medical ordeal when Sacks experiences a profound disconnection from his leg. His detailed account delves into the complexities of patienthood and the essence of illness and health. Sacks also explores how physical conditions can fundamentally impact one's sense of identity. This book offers a compelling insight into the interplay between body and self.
