Summary & Analysis - Still Alice: Based On The Book By Lisa Genova

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

STILL ALICE

BASED ON THE BOOK BY LISA GENOVA

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

Alice's Diagnosis

Denial and Adjustments

Coping Mechanisms

The Impact on Family Dynamics

Professional Struggles

Support Groups and Self-Discovery

Deterioration and Acceptance

Final Moments of Clarity

The Last Gift

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Still Alice by Lisa Genova follows the life of Alice Howland, a brilliant 50-year-old Harvard professor diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. As Alice grapples with the terrifying onset of memory loss, the novel explores her journey of denial, acceptance, and the profound impact of her condition on her family and career. The story delves into themes of identity, self-worth, and the emotional toll of Alzheimer’s, highlighting the struggle to maintain one's sense of self in the face of a debilitating illness. The novel offers an intimate portrayal of memory, relationships, and resilience.