The Museum of Words: A Memoir of Language, Writing, and Mortality

Discover 'The Museum of Words: A Memoir of Language, Writing, and Mortality,' a profound exploration of language and the human experience. Written by Georgia Blain, this poignant memoir dives deep into the complexities of communication, creativity, and the fragility of life. Blain’s personal journey began in 2015 with a devastating brain tumor diagnosis, which not only threatened her life but also her ability to express herself through words. With each page, readers are invited to reflect on their own relationship with language—its beauty, its power, and the way it interweaves through our lives. As Blain confronts her challenges, she weaves together stories of her mother, Anne Deveson, who faces Alzheimer's, and her close friend suffering from the same illness, illuminating the profound impact of language on identity and memory. This memoir serves as a compelling reminder of the importance of words and the stories that define us. Ideal for readers interested in memoirs about language, resilience, and the art of writing, 'The Museum of Words' will resonate with anyone who appreciates the intricate dance between life and literature. Perfect for book clubs, literary enthusiasts, and anyone looking to understand the powerful connection between language and the human experience, this book is a must-have addition to your reading list. Experience the magic of thought-provoking narratives in this beautifully crafted memoir that speaks to the heart. Order your copy today and embark on a journey through the written word.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925322255
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2017
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 176


Description:
In late 2015, Georgia Blain was diagnosed with a tumour sitting right in the language centre of her brain. Prior to this, Georgia?s only warning had been a niggling sense that her speech was slightly awry. She ignored it, and on a bright spring day, as she was mowing the lawn, she collapsed on a bed of blossoms, blood frothing at her mouth.Waking up to find herself in the back of an ambulance being rushed to hospital, she tries to answer questions, but is unable to speak. After the shock of a bleak prognosis and a long, gruelling treatment schedule, she immediately turns to writing to rebuild her language and herself.At the same time, her mother, Anne Deveson, moves into a nursing home with Alzheimer?s; weeks earlier, her best friend and mentor had been diagnosed with the same brain tumour. All three of them are writers, with language at the core of their being.The Museum of Words is a meditation on writing, reading, first words and last words, picking up thread after thread as it builds on each story to become a much larger narrative. This idiosyncratic and deeply personal memoir is a writer?s take on how language shapes us, and how often we take it for granted - until we are in danger of losing it.

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