Sustos da Vida nos Perigos da Cura   By: Bento Morganti

"Sustos da Vida nos Perigos da Cura" by Bento Morganti is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the complexities and challenges of healing. The author delves into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with seeking remedies for our physical and mental afflictions, highlighting the inherent risks and uncertainties involved in the process.

Through a series of poignant and vivid anecdotes, Morganti skillfully captures the fear, hope, and resilience that individuals experience when navigating the treacherous terrain of illness and recovery. The narrative is both raw and honest, offering a stark portrayal of the vulnerabilities and strength that define the human condition.

What sets this book apart is its unflinching examination of the contradictions and paradoxes inherent in our pursuit of wellness. Morganti challenges conventional notions of healing and invites readers to reflect on the profound impact of our choices and beliefs on our well-being.

Overall, "Sustos da Vida nos Perigos da Cura" is a beautifully written and deeply affecting work that will undoubtedly resonate with readers who are grappling with their own struggles and victories on the path to healing. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of the human experience.

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Meu Amigo, e Senhor. Graças a Deos, que depois de huma enfermidade dilatada me acho restituido a estado de poder escrever a V. m. e naõ foi pequeno milagre escapar da cura, em que tive mayor perigo, do que aquelle, que me causava a molestia; pois por muito pouco que a natureza se descuidasse em me soccorrer, sem duvida entre a má applicaçaõ dos remedios perderia irremediavelmente a vida. Agora que me acho livre do susto nesta convalescença, ja que naõ posso fazer outra cousa, quero me divertir ao menos em dizer a V. m. o de que escapei pelos enganos da Medicina, e pela ignorancia de alguns de seus professores, que ordinariamente se reputa por hum grande bem, e excellente soccorro para a conservaçaõ da vida; mas eu entendo que neste caso podemos exclamar com Seneca: Oh fallax bonum, quantum malorum fronte, quàm blanda tegis... Continue reading book >>