Noonday Demon
The Noonday Demon: A Journey Through DepressionTravel through the depths of personal suffering and societal pain as you embark on a journey through depression with Andrew Solomon in his highly acclaimed book, "The Noonday Demon". Drawing inspiration from Primo Levi's "The Periodic Table", Solomon fearlessly narrates his own harrowing experience with depression, offering a raw and illuminating perspective on this crippling dis... lees meer over dit product
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The Noonday Demon: A Journey Through Depression
Travel through the depths of personal suffering and societal pain as you embark on a journey through depression with Andrew Solomon in his highly acclaimed book, "The Noonday Demon". Drawing inspiration from Primo Levi's "The Periodic Table", Solomon fearlessly narrates his own harrowing experience with depression, offering a raw and illuminating perspective on this crippling disease.
A Global Exploration of Despair
Delve into the lives of individuals from diverse cultures and societies, whose worlds have been shattered by depression. Solomon's meticulous research uncovers the historical, social, biological, chemical, and medical implications of this pervasive illness. From the desolate halls of long-term mental hospitals to the cutting-edge research labs, from poverty-stricken rural communities to bustling urban centers, Solomon compassionately depicts the multifaceted impact of depression on individuals and society at large.
A Quest for Healing and Understanding
Join Solomon on a captivating quest for knowledge and wisdom. He engages with faith healers and embarks on a global voyage, exploring unconventional approaches to recovery. Analyzing the medications and treatments available today, he sheds light on the politics and controversies surrounding diagnosis and therapy. Above all, Solomon emphasizes the indispensable roles of willpower and love in the process of healing and reclaiming a meaningful life.
Offering a profound exploration of the human psyche, "The Noonday Demon" is a powerful testament to resilience and the pursuit of hope amidst the darkest of shadows.
Korte specificaties
Afmetingen
Afmetingen | Afmeting: 21,6 x 13,5 x 4,6 cm |
Gewicht | 729 g |
Overig
Aantal pagina's | 688 pagina's |
Auteur(s) | |
Bindwijze | Paperback |
Druk | 1 |
Illustraties | |
Studieboek | |
Taal | Engels |
Uitgever | |
Verschijningsdatum | januari 2016 |
Algemeen
EAN | 9781784702670 |
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