In the three years between Barbara's diagnosis of breast cancer and death, she and her partner Sandra documented the impact of Barbara's illness upon both of their lives. Lauded as a 'landmark feminist perspective on breast cancer', this compilation of essays, journal entries and letters provides a unique glimpse into the intimate lives of two
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Diagnosed at the age of thirty-eight with early-stage breast cancer, the author takes a critical look at breast cancer treatments – both conventional and alternative – and outlines a strategy to help women make informed choices about preventing and treating the disease. Using her own body as a laboratory, she discusses surgery and its options,
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