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Oliver Sacks: Awakenings (Vintage Books)

Describes the author's work with institutionalized patients at Mount Carmel Hospital and the dramatic effects …

Review of 'Awakenings' on 'Goodreads'

Another great book of medical and life anecdotes, questioning our perception of time and quality of life. The stories were moving, both in a sadening and joyous way. Lay people might need to look up some terminology, but all in all I think it's written wonderfully and insightful. The openness and compassion of Oliver Sacks is palpable.