Mentored by a Madman: The William Burroughs Experiment by A.J. Lees (English) Ha

Description: Mentored by a Madman: The William Burroughs Experiment by A.J. Lees, James Grauerholz In this extraordinary memoir, neuroscientist Andrew Lees explains how William Burroughs, author of Naked Lunch and troubled drug addict, played an unlikely part in his medical career. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Lees draws on Burroughs search for an addiction cure to discover a ground-breaking treatment for shaking palsy, and learns how to use the deductive reasoning of Sherlock Holmes to diagnose patients. Lees follows Burroughs into the rainforest and under the influence of yage (ayahuasca) gains insights that encourage him to pursue new lines of pharmacological research and explore new forms of science. Notes In this extraordinary memoir, neuroscientist Andrew Lees explains how William Burroughs, author of Naked Lunch and troubled drug addict, played an unlikely part in his medical career. Author Biography A. J. Lees is a professor of neurology at the National Hospital, London. He is therecipient of numerous awards, including the American Academy of NeurologyLifetime Achievement Award, the Association of British Neurologists Medal, theDingebauer Prize for Outstanding Research, and the Gowers Medal. He is one ofthe most highly cited Parkinsons disease researchers in the world and is the authorof several books, including Ray of Hope, which was short-listed for the William HillSports Book of the Year, and The Silent Plague.James Grauerholz is a writer, editor, and the biographer and literary executor of theestate of William S. Burroughs. Review "Lees takes the reader on an extraordinary journey inside and outside the brain. His deep humanity and honesty shines throughout. The inevitable comparison with the late, great Oliver Sacks is entirely just." —Raymond Tallis"[Leess] book is not just a wonderfully unexpected addition to the Burroughs literature, but an important polemic for more humane and imaginative medical research." —Phil Baker, The Times Literary Supplement"It is hard to believe that this extraordinary memoir is not fiction, but every word turns out to be rooted in hospital life and literary experience. Andrew Lees is an internationally distinguished neurologist, Britains leading Alzheimers and Parkinsons expert. Mentored By a Madman is both an exotic memoir and a passionate appeal for a more humane approach to bio-medical research. In associating himself with Burroughs, Professor Lees is arguing that potential breakthroughs in the treatment of neuro-degenerative diseases are most likely to come from a relaxation of the stringent controls surrounding the profession." —Robert McCrum, The Observer"Yes, do read this book to discover how William S. Burroughs inspired a professional lifetime of brilliant medical research. But read it as well, perhaps even more so, to be reminded of what genuine medical care can and should be…No technical knowledge is required to profit from this marvellous book." —Canadian Bulletin of Medical History"Mentored by a Madman is the story of Andrew Lees uncommon career in neurology, with his many scientific insights into movement disorders, his rapport with the past, and his talent for literary expression. Creative inspiration in neuroscience, Lees tells us, can come from unlikely sources—the notebooks of Richard Spruce, great 19th-century botanical explorer of Brazil; and Burroughs, the maverick interpreter of drug experience. There are parallels with the writings of Oliver Sacks, especially when patients enter the narrative. To a greater degree, though, this book inhabits the neurologists inner world—observing, attending to detail, engaged in detective work." —Peter A. Kempster, Neurology"Mentored by a Madman is an original and interesting book from one of the worlds leading experts in the field of movement disorders...The beautiful prose and original contents suggest comparisons with the writings of authors of the calibre of Arthur Conan Doyle, Aldous Huxley, and Oliver Sacks...Surely this is the kind of book that curious readers who are used to thinking outside the box enjoy the most." —The British Journal of Psychiatry "This book encourages us to keep an open mind and to explore both sides of the path…We would recommend the book as an enjoyable reminder of why we practice medicine, why clinical research and medicine complement each other so well, and as a reflection on the endless and fascinating variation of human experience." —Practical Neurology (UK)"Andrew Lees has written a fascinating and provocative memoir."— Jon Palfreman, Journal of Parkinsons Disease"This book is highly recommended to anyone who wants to reimagine the magic of neurology, science, life, the universe and everything." —Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry"A.J. Lees Mentored by a Madman is a kaleidoscopic mix of his experiences as a neurologist, his private passions and how they have informed his career, as well as his thoughts regarding some of the bureaucracy that limits research and medical practice today. What gives this book such a unique perspective is the part played by the titular madman...It is a rare thing to find a book with such a unique perspective and accompanying content; however, this is exactly what Mentored by a Madman provides...The book is also reminiscent in some ways of the literary work of Oliver Sacks...As well as a personal account of Lees experiences, this book also serves as a call for more open-mindedness and freedom in our exploration of medical science." —The Lancet Promotional William Burroughs as author and pioneer continues to attract large readership Lifts the lid on the pharmacological industry and its limitations Strong public interest in neuroscience Review Quote "Lees takes the reader on an extraordinary journey inside and outside the brain. His deep humanity and honesty shines throughout. The inevitable comparison with the late, great Oliver Sacks is entirely just." --Raymond Tallis "[Leess] book is not just a wonderfully unexpected addition to the Burroughs literature, but an important polemic for more humane and imaginative medical research." --Phil Baker, The Times Literary Supplement "It is hard to believe that this extraordinary memoir is not fiction, but every word turns out to be rooted in hospital life and literary experience. Andrew Lees is an internationally distinguished neurologist, Britains leading Alzheimers and Parkinsons expert. Mentored By a Madman is both an exotic memoir and a passionate appeal for a more humane approach to bio-medical research. In associating himself with Burroughs, Professor Lees is arguing that potential breakthroughs in the treatment of neuro-degenerative diseases are most likely to come from a relaxation of the stringent controls surrounding the profession." --Robert McCrum, The Observer " Mentored by a Madman is the story of Andrew Lees uncommon career in neurology, with his many scientific insights into movement disorders, his rapport with the past, and his talent for literary expression. Creative inspiration in neuroscience, Lees tells us, can come from unlikely sources--the notebooks of Richard Spruce, great 19th-century botanical explorer of Brazil; and Burroughs, the maverick interpreter of drug experience. There are parallels with the writings of Oliver Sacks, especially when patients enter the narrative. To a greater degree, though, this book inhabits the neurologists inner world--observing, attending to detail, engaged in detective work." --Peter A. Kempster, Neurology " Mentored by a Madman is an original and interesting book from one of the worlds leading experts in the field of movement disorders...The beautiful prose and original contents suggest comparisons with the writings of authors of the calibre of Arthur Conan Doyle, Aldous Huxley, and Oliver Sacks...Surely this is the kind of book that curious readers who are used to thinking outside the box enjoy the most." -- The British Journal of Psychiatry "This book encourages us to keep an open mind and to explore both sides of the path...We would recommend the book as an enjoyable reminder of why we practice medicine, why clinical research and medicine complement each other so well, and as a reflection on the endless and fascinating variation of human experience." -- Practical Neurology (UK) "Andrew Lees has written a fascinating and provocative memoir."-- Jon Palfreman, Journal of Parkinsons Disease "This book is highly recommended to anyone who wants to reimagine the magic of neurology, science, life, the universe and everything." -- Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry "A.J. Lees Mentored by a Madman is a kaleidoscopic mix of his experiences as a neurologist, his private passions and how they have informed his career, as well as his thoughts regarding some of the bureaucracy that limits research and medical practice today. What gives this book such a unique perspective is the part played by the titular madman...It is a rare thing to find a book with such a unique perspective and accompanying content; however, this is exactly what Mentored by a Madman provides...The book is also reminiscent in some ways of the literary work of Oliver Sacks...As well as a personal account of Lees experiences, this book also serves as a call for more open-mindedness and freedom in our exploration of medical science." -- The Lancet Details ISBN1910749109 Year 2016 ISBN-10 1910749109 ISBN-13 9781910749104 Format Hardcover Media Book Publisher Notting Hill Editions Publication Date 2016-05-26 Pages 236 Short Title Mentored by a Madman Language English Subtitle The William Burroughs Experiment DEWEY 616.80092 UK Release Date 2016-05-26 Author James Grauerholz Imprint Notting Hill Editions Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2016-05-26 Illustrator Steve Molloy Edited by Anthony Wilson Birth 1945 Affiliation Chair in Law and Commerce, Newcastle University Position Contributor Qualifications MD Illustrations 1 Illustrations Audience General AU Release Date 2016-05-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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