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The Shaking Woman Or A History Of My Nerves-used
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In This Unique Neurological Memoir Siri Hustvedt Attempts To Solve Her Own Mysterious Conditionwhile Speaking At A Memorial Event For Her Father In 2006, Siri Hustvedt Suffered A Violent Seizure From The Neck Down. Despite Her Flapping Arms And Shaking Legs, She Continued To Speak Clearly And Was Able To Finish Her Speech. It Was As If She Had Suddenly Become Two People: A Calm Orator And A Shuddering Wreck. Then The Seizures Happened Again And Again.The Shaking Woman Tracks Hustvedt'S Search For A Diagnosis, One That Takes Her Inside The Thought Processes Of Several Scientific Disciplines, Each One Of Which Offers A Distinct Perspective On Her Paroxysms But No Ready Solution. In The Process, She Finds Herself Entangled In Fundamental Questions: What Is The Relationship Between Brain And Mind? How Do We Remember? What Is The Self?During Her Investigations, Hustvedt Joins A Discussion Group In Which Neurologists, Psychiatrists, Psychoanalysts, And Brain Scientists Trade Ideas To Develop A New Field: Neuropsychoanalysis. She Volunteers As A Writing Teacher For Psychiatric Inpatients At The Payne Whitney Clinic In New York City And Unearths Precedents In Medical History That Illuminate The Origins Of And Shifts In Our Theories About The Mindbody Problem.In The Shaking Woman, Hustvedt Synthesizes Her Experience And Research Into A Compelling Mystery: Who Is The Shaking Woman? In The End, The Story She Tells Becomes, In The Words Of George Makari, Author Ofrevolution In Mind, 'A Brilliant Illumination For Us All.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves'? A: The main theme revolves around Siri Hustvedt's exploration of her neurological condition and the intersection of mind and body, as she seeks to understand her experiences through various scientific perspectives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves' is Siri Hustvedt, a noted American author known for her insights into psychology and neuroscience.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves'? A: It is a neurological memoir that combines personal narrative with scientific inquiry, addressing complex questions about identity, memory, and the self.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves' is paperback.
- Q: When was 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves' published? A: The book was published on December 7, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for individuals interested in psychology? A: Yes, this book is suitable for those interested in psychology, neuroscience, and personal narratives about mental health.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the author explore in the book? A: Siri Hustvedt explores perspectives from neurology, psychiatry, psychoanalysis, and history to understand her condition and the broader mind-body problem.
- Q: Is 'The Shaking Woman or A History of My Nerves' based on true events? A: Yes, the book is based on true events and experiences from the author's life, specifically her own neurological episodes.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.