Some of Us Just Fall : On Nature and Not Getting Better-9781399717984

Some of Us Just Fall : On Nature and Not Getting Better
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In 'Some of Us Just Fall', Polly Atkin crafts a compelling narrative that...
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In 'Some of Us Just Fall', Polly Atkin crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines memoir, medical history, and nature writing. After enduring years of perplexing health issues and misdiagnoses, Atkin's eventual diagnosis with two chronic conditions in her thirties sparked a journey of self-discovery and understanding.

This captivating book explores Atkin's path to the Lake District, where she sought solace in the natural world and outdoor swimming. With meticulous attention to detail, she unravels the historical treatment of her genetic conditions and contemplates her own future. Atkin's prose is at once incisive and lyrical as she examines medical misogyny, gaslighting, and the myth of 'the nature cure'.

'Some of Us Just Fall' is not a tale of recovery, but rather an eloquent exploration of living well with chronic illness. It challenges societal norms surrounding divergent bodies and advocates for urgent change. Atkin's work is both a radical manifesto and a form of activism, elevating the standard of nature writing whilst offering a deeply personal and essential perspective on chronic illness.

Praised by fellow authors as 'defiant and dazzling' and 'essential reading', this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of living with chronic conditions and the profound connection between humanity and the natural world.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781399717984
Book Author: Polly Atkin
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Sceptre
Book Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Book Dimensions: 145 x 224 x 30 cm
Book Publication Date: 2023-06-07
Book Pagination: 304 pages
Book Weight: 414g
Why Sherlock & Pages?

Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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