In Sickness and in Health
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In Sickness and in Health
$14.99
By ["Ben Mattlin"]
The "Inspirational" Narrative Redefined. What does it really look like when love transcends physical limitation? In In Sickness and in Health, acclaimed journalist Ben Mattlin moves beyond the "triumph over adversity" clichés to provide a candid, humorous, and deeply necessary look at interabled relationships.
After the success of his first memoir, Miracle Boy Grows Up, Mattlin turns his investigative eye toward the intimate lives of couples where one partner has a disability and the other does not. Through his own 25-plus-year marriage and interviews with diverse couples across the country, Mattlin explores the unique logistical, emotional, and social hurdles these pairs face—from the initial spark of dating and sex to the complexities of aging together.
Why you should read this book:
- Candid Storytelling: An irreverent and honest exploration of romance that refuses to settle for pity or shallow inspiration.
- Diverse Perspectives: A collection of case studies featuring couples at various stages of life, offering a roadmap for "uncommonly intimate" partnerships.
- Expert Insight: Written by a Harvard-educated journalist living with spinal muscular atrophy, providing an authentic, first-person lens on the disability experience.
This is not a book about "overcoming" disability; it is a celebration of the profound humanity, resilience, and passionate love found within the interabled community.
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