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Wisdom, Madness and Folly: The Philosophy of a Lunatic.
New York: Pelegrini & Cudahy, 1952. First Edition. Hardcover. Annotated and underlined by Oliver Sacks. Highlighted page numbers, pp. 27-37. "Gift from James Taris (sp). 1997." Posthumously designed book plate by a friend of Oliver’s, incorporating his longstanding love of cephalopods.
From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Very Good. Light shelfwear/toning, else tight, bright, and unmarred. Black cloth. 8vo. 254pp. All underlining, emphasis, and notations are in the hand of Dr. Oliver Sacks. Ex libris pasted in. Item #13249
Price: $150.00