Gratitude
Gratitude
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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Oliver Sacks's Gratitude is a collection of four essays reflecting on his experiences and thoughts during his final years. The essays—"Mercury," "My Own Life," "My Periodic Table," and "Sabbath"—explore themes of aging, illness, and gratitude for life's richness. Sacks shares his profound appreciation for both scientific discovery and human connection.
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In Gratitude, Oliver Sacks' poignant reflections on life and death resonate deeply, offering eloquent meditations on gratitude and humanity. Critics praise its grace and insightfulness, although some note its brevity leaves readers desiring more depth. Overall, it is celebrated for its profound and accessible engagement with universal themes.
Who Should Read Gratitude?
A reader who would enjoy Gratitude by Oliver Sacks appreciates reflective, poignant essays on life and mortality. This book will resonate with fans of reflective memoirs like Atul Gawande’s Being Mortal or Joan Didion’s The Year of Magical Thinking. Ideal for those who savor contemplations on life’s final journey and the essence of gratitude.
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Gratitude is a posthumous collection of essays by Oliver Sacks that was published in 2015, the same year he passed away, offering readers profound insights into his reflections on life.
The book comprises four essays, each originally published in The New York Times, showcasing Oliver Sacks’s ability to weave personal anecdotes with wider philosophical musings.
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Oliver Sacks, a renowned neurologist and writer, expressed deep appreciation for the gift of life throughout Gratitude, highlighting his enduring curiosity and love for his work and experiences.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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