At the end, one of left with a sense of wonder and this is what truly defines it as a unique work.' Australian Family Physician 'A woman with a mysterious disease is slowed to a snail's pace. It is a book that will be equally appreciated by physicians, carers and patients. ' An exquisite book on the healing power of nature.this is a gem.I highly recommend this slim volume about loss, isolation, connection to the natural world and hope. Intrigued by the snail's molluscan anatomy, cryptic defenses, clear decision making, hydraulic locomotion, and courtship activities, Bailey becomes an astute and amused observer, offering a candid and engaging look into the curious life of this underappreciated small animal.The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating is a remarkable journey of survival and resilience, showing us how a small part of the natural world can illuminate our own human existence, while providing an appreciation of what it means to be fully alive. As a result, she discovers the solace and sense of wonder that this mysterious creature brings and comes to a greater understanding of her own place in the world. While an illness keeps her bedridden, Bailey watches a wild snail that has taken up residence on her nightstand. In a work that beautifully demonstrates the rewards of closely observing nature, Elisabeth Tova Bailey shares an inspiring and intimate story of her encounter with a Neohelix albolabris-a common woodland snail.
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