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Death of an Ordinary Man by Sarah Perry audiobook review
The author’s father-in-law died just nine days after his cancer diagnosis, inspiring this moving and sharply observed account of his last days
TL;DR
- Sarah Perry's memoir focuses on the final nine days of her father-in-law, David's, life.
- David was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer and died at the age of 77.
- The memoir describes David as an unassuming retired chemist from Norwich who enjoyed simple pleasures.
- The book explores the physical and psychological changes during terminal illness, medical care, and administrative tasks.
- The audiobook is narrated by Lydia Leonard.