A Philosopher’s Madness
Chan Li Shan
Ethos Books
Ebook
114
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About this ebook
This is a personal and philosophical account of schizophrenia that aims to raise awareness of mental health issues. The personal aspect of the book reveals the gritty reality of what it is like to have schizophrenia, and explores issues faced by those with mental illness, such as secrecy and recovery. The philosophical aspect of the book raises questions concerning the nature of mental illness, such as whether or not mental illness is ultimately physical or mental. Referencing contemporary debates, such as whether madness is a disease or a culturally- determined label, this book is relevant not only to persons with an interest in a true story of psychosis, but also to those with an interest in the relationship between philosophy and madness.
About the author
Chan Li Shan is a doctoral student at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, where she has been awarded the Biography Prize for her work on Lee Wen. Her memoir, A Philosopher's Madness, was published in 2012. Her writings have been published by The Straits Times and Grey Projects. She was Director of the Writing Centre and Writing Residency Fellow at the Asian University for Women in Bangladesh.
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