Illness as Metaphor ; And, AIDS and Its Metaphors

Illness as Metaphor ; And, AIDS and Its Metaphors
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Total Pages : 200
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Book Synopsis Illness as Metaphor ; And, AIDS and Its Metaphors by : Susan Sontag

Download or read book Illness as Metaphor ; And, AIDS and Its Metaphors written by Susan Sontag and published by Anchor. This book was released on 1990 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two essays address how the myths surrounding certain illnesses, especially cancer and AIDS, can add to a patient's suffering and even inhibit someone from seeking treatment.


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