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Suggested Book List
The following are examples of further reading about stroke you might find helpful. Many other books are also available. Prices are approximate and titles are available at time of writing.
Please contact the Chest, Heart & Stroke (CHSS) publications department with comments or suggestions by telephone 0131 225 6963, fax 0131 220 6313 or email publications@chss.org.uk.
Topics
| Carers | Depression | High Blood Pressure | Speech And Language |
| Diabetes & Diabetes Cookbook | Life Experiences After Stroke | Understanding Stroke/Stroke Cookbooks |
How To Buy And Where To Look
- if you have an International Standard Book Number (ISBN)—a 10 digit number uniquely identifying each book published e.g. ISBN 185959090X—you can
- check whether a book is in print and so available
- probably access it from a library/good bookshop
- libraries and bookshops
- websites
- www.amazon.co.uk is an excellent source of books to buy online and you can also browse for other titles/resources
- www.bookfinder.com is a free service searching independent booksellers for new and used copies of millions of titles
- many organisations have their own literature usually available from their publications departments/websites
- contact the CHSS Adviceline 0845 077 6000 for information for further education studies
Topics
Carers
Carers are people involved in looking after someone else.
Carer’s Handbook Series
Published by Age Concern
Many other publications available
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Caring For Someone Who Has Had A Stroke £6.99
By Philip Coyne & Penny Mares
ISBN 0862423694 - What To Do And Who To Turn To £6.99
By Marina Lewycka
ISBN 086242366X
Cholesterol
Cholesterol £5:99
ISBN 1905466056, published by Best Medicine, ‘A Simple Guide To…’ series
Understanding Cholesterol £3.50
By Mike Laker
ISBN 190347406X, published by Family Doctor Publications Ltd, Family Doctor series
Available from chemists.
Depression
Depression £5:99
ISBN 190546603X, published by Best Medicine, ‘A Simple Guide To…’ series
Depression £20.99
ISBN 1858580632, published by CLASS Publishing, ‘At Your Fingertips’ series
Diabetes & Diabetes Cookbook
Diabetes £17.99
ISBN 185858087X, published by CLASS Publishing, ‘At Your Fingertips’ series
Type 2 Diabetes £5:99
ISBN 1905466021, published by Best Medicine, ‘A Simple Guide To…’ series
Quick Cooking for Diabetes £5.99
By Louise Blair & Norma McGough
ISBN 0600613372, published by Hamlyn
Endorsed by Diabetes UK this cookbook teaches you how to make changes to your choice of foods, eating habits and cooking to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
High Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure £17.99
ISBN 185959090X, published by CLASS Publishing, ‘At Your Fingertips’ series
High Blood Pressure £5:99
ISBN 1905466048, published by Best Medicine, ‘A Simple Guide To…’ series
Life Experiences After Stroke
The Diving Bell And The Butterfly—A Memoir Of Life In Death£6.99
By Jean Dominique Baubly (2002)
ISBN 0007139845, published by Fourth Estate
The author was the editor-in-chief of French ‘Elle’ magazine before he had a stroke. He tells of his own experience by dictating his words with only the use of his left eyelid. It is a remarkable insight to the experience of locked-in syndrome and a tender testament to the power of language and love.
A Stroke Of Genius £9.99
By Mick Sutton (2003)
ISBN 0595278558, published by iUniverse
A collection of letters and postcards, written by the author to his speech and language therapist while on a world cruise. It is a saga of recovery and an inspiration for others who have to overcome the challenges of a stroke or similar unexpected changes or hurdles in their lives.
My Stroke Of Luck £12.99
By Kirk Douglas (2002)
ISBN 0316859982, published by Little, Brown and Co Ltd
The actor’s personal and inspiring account of his experience of having a stroke.
My Year Off—Rediscovering Life After A Stroke £7.00
By Robert McCrum (1999)
ISBN 0330352407, published by Picador
The author was the literary editor of the Observer when at the age of 42 suffered a stroke. He has written this book about his year of recovery. It has recently been made into a film.
Speech And Language
Less Words, More Respect: My Experience With Dysphasia £3.50
By Monica Clarke (1997)
ISBN 0951513125, published by Speakability
In 1995 Monica’s husband suffered a severe stroke. This highly personal and honest account describes her emotions as she battled for him in hospital when he could not explain that he was in pain, and fought for his right to be consulted about medical procedures. On his return home she looked after his physical needs and searched for a new system by which they could communicate and express their love for each other.
The Man Who Lost His Language £6.99
By Sheila Hale
ISBN 0140284958, published by Penguin
When Sheila’s husband John suffered a stroke that left him unable to walk, write or speak normally she embarked on a battle to restore him to normal life. This acute and compassionate book makes the unknown country seem a little less desolate.
The Stroke And Aphasia Handbook £20.00+p&p
By Suzie Parr, Carole Pound, Sally Bing & Becky Moss (2004)
ISBN 0953604217, published by Connect
This is designed to be used by a person with communication problems. It is easy to read with highlighted words and clear layout. The information provided is in response to what aphasic people requested and covers all aspects of life.
Understanding Stroke/Stroke Cookbooks
After Stroke £10.99
By David M Hinds (2000)
ISBN 0722538855, published by Harper Collins
David Hinds has had two strokes himself and has fully recovered. He has used many of the techniques he employed as a successful stress management consultant to create a warmly personal step-by-step guide to recovery from stroke.
Stroke £20.99
ISBN 1859591132, published by CLASS Publishing, ‘At Your Fingertips’ series
Stroke Care: A Practical Manual £19.95
By Rowan Harold Harwood et al (2005)
ISBN 0198529732, published by Oxford University Press
This handbook follows the pathway of care of a stroke patient from initial diagnosis, through acute care, patient management, long term care and rehabilitation, to outcomes and secondary prevention. It is written in a clear how-to-do-it style with many bullet points and practical guidelines, and is produced in a handy, portable pocket format so it can always be close at hand.
Stroke: Your Questions Answered £19.99
By Prof. Graeme J. Hankey (2002)
ISBN 0443071462, published by Churchill Livingstone
This useful book provides information for understanding and treating people who have suffered a stroke or who are at risk of suffering one. It provides information on effective, evidence-based care and management for the busy practitioner who needs quick access to important clinical information.
Understanding Stroke £3.50
By Richard Lindlay
ISBN 1898205604, published by Family Doctor Publications Ltd, Family Doctor series
Available from chemists.
The Dysphagia Cookbook £9:95
By Elayne Achilles (2004)
ISBN 1581823487, published by Cumberland House Publishing US
Easy To Swallow, Easy to Chew Cookbook £9:99
By Donna L. Weihofen (2002)
ISBN 0471200743, published by John Wiley & Sons Inc
The I Can't Chew Cookbook £14:99
By J. Randy Wilson (2004)
ISBN 0897934008, published by Hunter House Inc
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