Not a Leg to Stand on

Not a Leg to Stand on
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Total Pages : 267
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ISBN-10 : 1843867435
ISBN-13 : 9781843867432
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Book Synopsis Not a Leg to Stand on by : Mary O'Brien

Download or read book Not a Leg to Stand on written by Mary O'Brien and published by . This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary O'Brien never let the grass grow under her feet, even though she lost both legs at the age of two in a farm accident. As Ireland's first double amputee to be fitted with artficial limbs she soon learned to ride a bicycle and careered off into a full life. Now with colour and humour Mary charts the milestones along the way: Growing up in a large family where her accident was never discussed. Her years as just another of the girls at a convent boarding school. Working as an Occupational Therapist for 30 years through a revolution in mental health care. Meeting and marrying John and raising two sons. Learning to swim and then going on to win Triple Gold at the Disabled Games and Stoke Mandeville. Studying Art, teaching it, and gaining wide recognition as a professional artist. Being awarded an M.B.E. Between these pivotal moments Mary describes all other trials, tribulations and triumphs of a remarkable life. Through it all, she stands tall on the only limbs she has ever known while her warm vivid memories present a unique picture of Ireland since the Second World War. They will inspire readers to constantly reach beyond their limitations and make their mark.


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