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Book Synopsis: With magnificent language, Virginia Woolf explores the ways that illness transforms our perceptions. This new publication of On Being Ill with Notes from Sick Rooms presents Virginia Woolf and her mother Julia Stephen in textual conversation for the first time in literary history. In the poignant and humorous essay On Being Ill, Virginia Woolf observes that though illness is a part of every human being's experience, it is not celebrated as a subject of great literature in the way that love and war are embraced by writers and readers. We must, Woolf says, invent a new language to describe pain. Illness, she observes, enhances our perceptions and reduces self-consciousness; it is "the great confessional." Woolf discusses the taboos associated with illness and she explores how it changes our relationship to the world around us.
Notes from Sick Rooms addresses illness from the caregiver's perspective. With clarity, humor, and pathos, Julia Stephen offers concrete and useful information to caregivers today. Originally published by Paris Press in 2002 as On Being Ill, this paperback edition includes an introduction to Notes from Sick Rooms and to Julia Stephen by Mark Hussey, the founding editor of Woolf Studies Annual, and a poignant afterword by Rita Charon, MD, the founder of the field of Narrative Medicine. Hermione Lee's brilliant introduction to On Being Ill is a superb introduction to Virginia Woolf's life and writing. This book is embraced by the general public, the literary world, and the medical world.
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Are you tired of reading the same old love stories and war epics? It's time for a breath of fresh air in the literary world. Introducing "On Being Ill: with Notes from Sick Rooms" by Julia Stephen, a groundbreaking publication that explores the transformative power of illness. Virginia Woolf, one of the greatest writers of all time, takes us on a journey through pain and suffering, reminding us that it is an essential part of the human experience. Through her magnificent language, Woolf challenges the literary norms and urges us to celebrate illness as a subject of great literature.
In "On Being Ill," Woolf beautifully articulates how illness enhances our perceptions and reduces self-consciousness. She invites us to delve into the realm of illness and discover a world that is often ignored by writers and readers alike. With poignant observations, Woolf dares us to invent a new language to describe pain, making illness the great confessional. This is an opportunity for readers to explore their own relationship with illness and gain a deeper understanding of the human condition.
But this exceptional publication doesn't stop there. Alongside Woolf's essay, "On Being Ill," we have "Notes from Sick Rooms" by Julia Stephen, offering invaluable insights and advice to caregivers. Stephen's clear, humorous, and heartfelt perspective will resonate with anyone who has ever cared for a loved one. From practical information to emotional support, "Notes from Sick Rooms" is an indispensable companion in times of illness.
This paperback edition also includes an introduction to "Notes from Sick Rooms" and to Julia Stephen by Mark Hussey, a leading expert in Woolf Studies. Hussey's captivating introduction sets the stage for an enlightening reading experience. Additionally, the afterword by Rita Charon, MD, the founder of Narrative Medicine, highlights the significance of this book in the medical field. It has been embraced by the general public, the literary world, and the medical community, shining a light on the power of literature to inspire and educate.
Don't miss out on this remarkable literary masterpiece that challenges conventions and opens our eyes to the beauty and depth of the human spirit. Experience "On Being Ill: with Notes from Sick Rooms" by Julia Stephen today! Click here to get your copy now!
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