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Marisa Van Staden

Welcoming an Unwelcome Guest

Marisa Van Staden

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English
Marisa Van Staden
09 March 2024
Biography: science, technology & engineering; Immunology; Coping with illness; Complementary therapies, healing & health
"Drawing from the true story of a young woman grappling with the tumultuous changes brought upon her body and mind by a life-altering medical diagnosis - Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis - this narrative unfolds as an unwelcome odyssey within her own flesh. It chronicles a yourney where each day is a battleground against the spectre of relapse, a constant negotiation with rebellious body cells streemingly determined to defy her will.

Amidst encounters with medical professionals with clandestine agreements seem to cast her as a mere research subject, she confronts the unspoken label of being deemed a ""vegetable"", a disheartening realization that threatens to diminish her sense of self-worth. Yet, even as she grapples with this internal strife, she endeavours to reclaim her dignity and redefine her worth, both to herself and to those who cherish her.

Throughout her ordeal, she develops a profound empathy for others navigating similar medical challenges, recognizing the shared struggles and hopes that unite them. In her quest to regain agency over her own narrative, she immerges not just as a survivor, but as a beacon of inspiration for those facing their own daunting journeys, proving that resilience and determination can overcome even the most formidable obstacles in life."
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Imprint:   Marisa Van Staden
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 4mm
Weight:   100g
ISBN:   9798224666690
Pages:   72
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

The author is an ambitious and creative individual, driven by a strong sense of family orientation. Known for their polite and friendly demeanour, they approach life with a positive outlook and a genuine desire to connect with others.

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