Left Neglected
Left Neglected by Lisa Genova, published by Simon and Schuster on July 26, 2011, is a reprint edition comprising 352 pages. This novel tells the story of Sarah Nickerson, a busy mother whose life takes a dramatic turn after a car accident leaves her with a traumatic brain disorder known as “left neglect.” As Sarah grapples with her new reality, she embarks on a journey to rediscover what truly matters in her life.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of resilience and family life, as Sarah learns to navigate her altered perception of the world. The book explores the psychological and medical implications of her condition while highlighting the importance of attention and connection in everyday life. Left Neglected offers an insightful look at how one can adapt and find meaning amidst adversity.
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From neuroscientist and bestselling author Lisa Genova comes a story of resilience in the face of a devastating diagnosis. After a car crash leaves a vibrant mother in her thirties with a traumatic brain disorder called “left neglect,” she learns what truly matters most in life.
Sarah Nickerson, like any other working mom, is busy trying to have it all. One morning while racing to work and distracted by her cell phone, she looks away from the road for one second too long. In that blink of an eye, all the rapidly moving parts of her over-scheduled life come to a screeching halt. After a brain injury steals her awareness of everything on her left side, Sarah must retrain her mind to perceive the world as a whole. In so doing, she also learns how to pay attention to the people and parts of her life that matter most.
In this powerful and poignant New York Times bestseller, Lisa Genova explores what can happen when we are forced to change our perception of everything around us. Left Neglected is an unforgettable story about finding abundance in the most difficult of circumstances, learning to pay attention to the details, and nourishing what truly matters.
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