Aches And Pains – Maeve Binchy

Description

Aches & Pains by Maeve Binchy, with lively illustrations by Wendy Shea, is a lighthearted, humorous little book designed to cheer up anyone facing hospital visits, operations, or bouts of recovery at home.

Drawing from her own experiences as a patient, Maeve uses her trademark warmth, wit and candid honesty to tackle the indignities, frustrations, and sometimes hilarious moments that come with being unwell — from the awkwardness of hospital gowns to dealing with well-meaning but exhausting visitors.

This isn’t a novel but rather a collection of wry observations, quirky advice, tongue-in-cheek lists (like Ten Little Jobs You Can Give to Anyone Who Asks “How Can I Help?”), amusing poems, a few recipes, and general tips for navigating hospitals and convalescence with grace and a grin.

Wendy Shea’s playful, irreverent illustrations are the perfect match for Maeve’s dry humour, making this a great get-well gift or a companion for anyone stuck in bed, in need of a chuckle.