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The Recovering
Intoxication and its Aftermath
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The Recovering by Leslie Jamison takes readers on a profound journey through the tangled world of addiction and recovery. Blending her personal memoir with a rich tapestry of group biography, literary history, and cultural analysis, Jamison provides a nuanced exploration of the complex nature of addiction. She weaves her narrative by interlacing her own struggles and triumphs with those of renowned figures such as John Cheever, John Berryman, Jean Rhys, and Amy Winehouse, illuminating the shared human experiences that underlie addiction.
Through candid storytelling and meticulous research, Jamison examines the multifaceted dimensions of addiction—its initial allure, the devastating descent, and the arduous path to recovery. From her own poignant battles with alcoholism to the haunting legacies of literary icons, Jamison delves into the ways addiction shapes and distorts lives, while also revealing the resilience and hope that emerge through the recovery process. Her insights bridge the personal and the universal, highlighting the cultural, social, and historical underpinnings of substance abuse.
More than just a memoir, The Recovering is a critical inquiry into the narratives that surround addiction. Jamison's incisive analysis uncovers how addiction has been depicted in literature and society, challenging stereotypes and offering a compassionate lens through which to view those who struggle with substance abuse. By juxtaposing her own experiences with those of famous addicts, she underscores the commonalities of addiction across different walks of life, while also honouring the unique stories of each individual.
Part memoir, part group biography, and part literary critique, The Recovering stands as a seminal work in the realm of post-war narrative non-fiction. It is a compelling meditation on the power of storytelling, the intricacies of addiction, and the possibilities of redemption. Jamison’s eloquent prose and empathetic perspective make this book an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the depths of addiction and the potential for recovery.
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The Recovering by Leslie Jamison has received praise for its compelling blend of memoir and cultural history, exploring addiction and recovery with honesty and depth. Critics appreciate Jamison's insightful writing and ability to connect personal experiences with broader societal issues. The book is lauded for its empathetic approach and comprehensive examination of substance dependence.
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ISBN: 9781783781539
Publisher: Granta Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 January 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Granta Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 375g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Leslie Jamison grew up in Los Angeles. Educated at Harvard College and the Iowa Writers' Workshop, she has also worked as an innkeeper in California, a schoolteacher in Nicaragua, and an office temp in Manhattan. She is the New York Times bestselling author of The Recovering and The Empathy Exams, as well as a novel, The Gin Closet. Her work has appeared in Harper's, The Atlantic, Oxford American, Virginia Quarterly Review, and the New York Times Magazine, where she is a contributing writer. She directs the graduate nonfiction program at Columbia University
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