Ingenious Pain by Andrew Miller
The book explores the life of James Dyer, a man born in 18th century England with a peculiar condition - he cannot feel physical pain. Despite this, Dyer's life is far from painless as he navigates through various experiences, from working as a sideshow attraction to becoming a surgeon. As he encounters love, loss, and the complexities of human existence, Dyer's inability to feel pain becomes both a blessing and a curse, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and ultimately questioning the true nature of pain and its role in shaping our lives.
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- Published
- 1997
- Nationality
- British
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- Pages
- 328
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- International Dublin Literary Award (International Dublin Literary Award)
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)