Return to Ithaca [Paperback]

Barbara Newborn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1997

At 21, Barbara Newborn saw a happy future ahead, but her carefree life fell apart when she suffered a severe stroke which left her paralyzed and unable to communicate. Supported by all who knew her, Barbara embarked on a profound journey of rehabilitation and self-discovery. This is the story of how she learned to live again, from her first difficult steps to her triumphant turning point. Today Barbara Newborn is Chief of Staff at the National Stroke & Quality of Life Medical Education Institute.144 pp.

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Element Books (May 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 185230944X
• ISBN-13: 978-1852309442
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #568,744 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #66 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Disorders & Diseases > Strokes

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-read, February 28, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Return to Ithaca (Paperback)

I've not only had the pleasure of reading this book, but I've met it's author. She's the real thing. She absolutely shines. She walks a couple of feet off the ground. Ms. Newborn is not only a survivor, but a person who has happiness to share with others. Her book offers incredible insight to those who have either experienced a stroke or know someone who has. She gave me a clear understanding of aphasia and how strokes effect people.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for stroke survivors!, July 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Return to Ithaca (Paperback)

I read quite a few books about strokes following my own, but only wanted to own two. This book, which was a gift from a dear friend, provided such inspiration during my recovery. I still read it from time to time because it continues to be a touchstone for me. I've always loved the poem "Ithaca" which is referenced in the title but it's taken on a special meaning since reading this book. Thank you for writing it, Barbara.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A young woman's experience of stroke, March 7, 1997

By A Customer

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This review is from: Return to Ithaca (Paperback)

Although there are several first person accounts of the stroke experience, most have been written from the perspective of the older victim. When stroke hits a young person there a special twists to the knife. All those who have to deal with young people with stroke should read this wonderful book.