Shake Well Before Use

Tom Isaacs

ISBN 10: 0955773008 / ISBN 13: 9780955773006

Published by Cure Parkinsons Press, 2007

About this Item

Cure Parkinsons Press 9780955773006. 1st edn inscribed & signed by author on title page. 8vo. Original gilt lettered blue cloth (Fine), dustwrapper (near Fine, not price clipped). Pp. xxii + 335, illus with coloured plates and b&w map and drawings (no other inscriptions).

Seller Inventory # 005788

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Shake Well Before Use
• Publisher: Cure Parkinsons Press
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0955773008
• ISBN 13: 9780955773006
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

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Synopsis

Tom Isaacs was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at the age of 27. After 7 years with the illness, he is unable to walk at all without the aid of medication which itself cannot be relied upon. Given this background what on earth would possess him to attempt to walk 4,500 miles around Britain's coastline, a feat only achieved by a very few healthy people?'Shake Well Before Use' is a story of two one an extraordinary physical achievement; and the other a quest for acceptance and fulfilment in the face of a debilitating and devastating condition which affects the lives of millions of people around the world.'Shake Well Before Use' is the tale of how one man learned to live with, and laugh at, the ravages of Parkinson's disease. Tom Isaacs' courage, determination and infectious zest for life are an inspiration to us all. His is a story that will leave you uplifted and entertained.Proceeeds from the sale of this book go to 'The Cure Parkinson's Trust' registered charity number 1111816