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Anatomy of an Illness, as Perceived by the Patient (Large Print)
Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient - Large Print Author:Norman Cousins Anatomy of an illness is the story of Norman Cousins and his successful fight against a crippling disease. It is a story of a partnership between a physician and a patient in beating back the odds. The doctor's genius lay in helping the patient use his own powers--laughter, courage, tenacity. The patient's talent was in mobilizing his body's own... more » natural healing resources - in proving what powerful weapons all the positive emotions can be in the war against disease.
Norman Cousins' story has been told in major medical and lay journals around the world. It gives a striking example of how one man responded to a challenge. It demonstrates what the mind and body, working together, can do to overcome illness.« less