Diary of a Stroke

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The journal captures Jeremy Hooker's profound reflections following a stroke in 1999, detailing his hospital stay and recovery. As he confronts mortality, he intertwines observations of his surroundings with poignant memories from his youth, particularly of his family and rural southern England during and after World War II. The diary evolves into a memoir, rich with sensory detail and emotional depth, as Hooker navigates both physical rehabilitation and the resurgence of his past, highlighting the interplay between life, memory, and meaning.