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Dying
152 pages, 2017
Cory Taylor is an Australian novelist who wrote Me and Mr. Booker (winner of the Commonwealth Writers Prize for the Pacific Region) and My Beautiful Enemy (shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Award).
A condition, melanoma-related brain cancer, has progressed to a point where it can no longer be treated. She now weighs less than her neighbor's retriever, as she tells us in her extraordinary last book, Dying: A Memoir.
This powerful and wonderfully written book, written in a few weeks during a creative flurry, is a clear-eyed account of what dying has taught Cory: she explains the complexity of her thoughts, she reflects on her life, and she remembers the lives and deaths of her parents. She explains why she wants to be able to pick her own dying conditions.
In 'Dying', Cory Taylor explores the concept of mortality with raw honesty. She shares her personal journey with terminal illness, encouraging readers to face their own mortality and live life to the fullest.
One of the key takeaways from 'Dying' is the importance of open conversations about death. Taylor emphasizes that talking about death shouldn't be taboo, but rather a part of our everyday conversations.
Taylor's book gives a unique insight into what it's like to live with a terminal illness. She shares her experiences, thoughts, and feelings, allowing readers to see the world from her perspective.
In 'Dying', the author reminds us of the value of life. She encourages readers to appreciate every moment, as life is fleeting and unpredictable.
Cory Taylor teaches us the power of acceptance in her book. She shows how accepting her fate allowed her to live her remaining days with grace and dignity, inspiring readers to do the same in their own lives.
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Cory Taylor's book is a wonder, a work of quiet bravery and rare honesty. It is a book that changed me and could change you too.
Margaret Drabble - English novelist, biographerDying by Cory Taylor is a powerful and honest exploration of life's most challenging journey. It is a book that will touch your heart and open your eyes.
Helen Garner - Australian novelist, essayistCory Taylor's Dying is a profound and moving meditation on the end of life. It is a book that will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.
David Malouf - Australian writer, poetDying is a book of extraordinary courage and honesty. Cory Taylor's writing is a testament to the power of words to comfort and heal.
Julian Barnes - English writer, criticCory Taylor's Dying is a book of profound insight and clarity. It is a book that will change the way you think about life and death.
Joyce Carol Oates - American author, teacherRecommendations
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