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1443) Long time running
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Following lead singer Gord Downie's announcement that he was battling incurable brain cancer, iconic Canadian band The Tragically Hip went on a now legendary final tour that won the hearts of the country. Long Time Running gives a unique and exclusive perspective into the challenges and triumphs of that 2016 summer: from diagnosis and the build up to Victoria B.C. to candid behind-the-scenes moments on the road, to electrifying performances of beloved...
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David Menasche lived for his work as a high school English teacher. His passion inspired his students, and between lessons on Shakespeare and sentence structure, he forged a unique bond with his kids, buoying them through personal struggles while sharing valuable life lessons. When a six-year battle with brain cancer ultimately stole David's vision, memory, mobility, and most tragically of all his ability to continue teaching, he was devastated by...
1447) Select poems & paintings
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"Catherine McNish was diagnosed with a serious biological brain disorder at age 15. The disorder has brought many challenges and various treatments over the years. Her art and her poetry are a testament to her resilience and a gift to us all. It is through Cathie's art that we get a glimpse into her world." -- Adapted from page 2.
1453) Among the living
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Paul Raden is a hopeless maniac. Twenty-five years ago, he suffered permanent brain damage trying to defend his mother from his brutal father. Paul's last memory, before descending into the shadows of insanity, was his mother₂s agonized scream. Locked away in secrecy ever since he escapes from his prison on the night of his father's funeral and stalks among the living. It's up to Paul's identical twin John to put a stop to his brother's vicious...
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"Dr. Ramsis Ghaly is a Christian, a physician, a surgeon, and a humanitarian. This is the fourth book by Dr. Ghaly, bringing his philosophy on patient care and the medical profession to patients, their families, and healthcare providers. This book honors his patients. It includes their stories, told by them in interviews. The book represents the voice of the patients, written for fellow patients, to give them faith, hope and courage as they face their...
1457) Tu cerebro es genial
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"Un gran libro educativo que nos enseñara acerca del cerebro desde como funciona, a de que esta hecho, cuanto pesa y mucho más datos curiosos acerca del cerebro que nos enseñara algo nuevo ya seas un adulto o un niño. Utilizando un vocabulario y oraciones simples asegura que la información sea facilmente absorbida por el niño y niña."--Publisher's website.
1460) Ante todo no hagas daño
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"Un libro que ha cautivado y conmovido a crítica y público. Henry Marsh, el eminente neurocirujano británico expone a ojos del mundo la esencia de una de las especialidades médicas más difíciles, delicadas y fascinantes que existen. El resultado es este volumen que poco tiempo después de su publicación se encaramó a las listas de más vendidos del Sunday Times y el New York Times. Escogido ±Mejor Libro del Año¿ por el Financial Times...
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