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On Being Ill: With Notes From Sick Rooms By Julia Stephen (Paris Press),Used
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With magnificent language, Virginia Woolf explores the ways that illness transforms our perceptionsThis 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 selfconsciousness; 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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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'On Being Ill' by Virginia Woolf? A: The main theme of 'On Being Ill' is the exploration of how illness affects human perception and experience. Virginia Woolf discusses the societal taboos surrounding illness and emphasizes the need for a new language to articulate the complexities of pain and suffering.
- Q: Who is the author of 'On Being Ill'? A: The author of 'On Being Ill' is Virginia Woolf, a renowned British writer known for her modernist literature. The book also includes insights from her mother, Julia Stephen, who provides caregiver perspectives.
- Q: What additional content is included in this edition of 'On Being Ill'? A: This edition includes an introduction to 'Notes from Sick Rooms' and to Julia Stephen by Mark Hussey, as well as a poignant afterword by Rita Charon, MD, which enhances the understanding of the text's relevance to both literature and medicine.
- Q: When was 'On Being Ill' first published? A: The original publication of 'On Being Ill' was in 2002 by Paris Press. This specific paperback edition was reprinted on November 6, 2012.
- Q: Is 'On Being Ill' suitable for caregivers? A: Yes, 'On Being Ill' includes 'Notes from Sick Rooms,' which offers practical insights and advice for caregivers, making it a valuable resource for those supporting individuals experiencing illness.
- Q: How many pages does 'On Being Ill' have? A: The book 'On Being Ill' consists of 160 pages.
- Q: What is the format of 'On Being Ill'? A: This edition of 'On Being Ill' is in paperback format, which makes it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New,' indicating that it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: What literary significance does 'On Being Ill' hold? A: This book is significant for being one of the first texts to combine the literary perspectives of Virginia Woolf with the caregiving insights of Julia Stephen, creating a unique dialogue on the subject of illness.
- Q: Who provides the introduction to 'On Being Ill'? A: Hermione Lee, a notable biographer, provides the introduction to this edition of 'On Being Ill,' offering insights into Virginia Woolf's life and literary contributions.