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Admissions

A Life in Brain Surgery - as seen on 'life-changing' BBC documentary Confessions of a Brain Surgeon
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Admissions by Henry Marsh offers an introspective journey into the world of neurosurgery, sharing the author's profound experiences and insights from years of practice. The memoir delves into the emotional and ethical complexities of the profession, as Marsh reflects on the human aspect of surgery, the nature of mortality, and his retirement. It is a compelling narrative, blending professional revelations with personal reflections.
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If you're intrigued by the intricacies of brain surgery and enjoy exploring the emotional journey and reflections of a seasoned neurosurgeon, this powerful memoir offers insightful stories from the operating theatre. It delves into the challenges of medical ethics and personal growth, providing a compelling glimpse into the life of someone who plays with life and death on a daily basis.

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Admissions

NHS frontline - gripping memoir from the brain surgeon and No.1 bestselling author of DO NO HARM.
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Sensational SUNDAY TIMES NO. BESTSELLER

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Wonderful...a testament to the tenacity of the human spirit FINANCIAL TIMES

Henry Marsh has spent four decades operating on the human brain. In this searing and provocative memoir following his retirement from the NHS, he reflects on the experiences that have shaped his career and life, gaining a deeper understanding of what matters to us all in the end.

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Admissions by Henry Marsh is highly praised for its candid and insightful portrayal of the author's career as a neurosurgeon. Reviewers highlight Marsh's honesty and curious nature, noting his remarkable ability to share complex medical experiences with simplicity and profound humanity. The book is described as both an extraordinary account of his life and a humbling read, revealing fascinating insights from his extensive career.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474603874

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 May 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Henry Marsh was one of Britain's foremost brain surgeons, and worked as Consultant Neurosurgeon at Atkinson Morley's/St George's Hospital in London for thirty years. Since retiring from full-time work in the NHS, he has continued to operate and lecture abroad, in Nepal, Albania and Ukraine. His prize-winning memoir, DO NO HARM, was a SUNDAY TIMES and NEW YORK TIMES bestseller. He has been the subject of two award-winning documentary films, YOUR LIFE IN THEIR HANDS and THE ENGLISH SURGEON. He was made a CBE in 2010.

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