What is it really like to hear the words "you have throat cancer"? In Bangers and Mash, food-and wine-loving photographer Keith Hern tells us with honesty and humour exactly what it's like. From the grim reality of chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments to unexpected moments of real warmth and kindness from friends old and new, the fight to survive is vividly described. With the help of an NLP coach, Keith challenges the cancer head-on and emerges triumphant into a new, more colourful world. A powerfully uplifting read.
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I admire Keith Herns spirit and his honesty. --Nigella Lawson
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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That's how Keith refers to his journey many times, and it's certainly that! This amazing book carries you through at breathtaking speed, chronicalling the highs and lows of fighting a horrible illness. It's very honest (which is not always comfortable) but ultimately uplifting, giving a real insight into what it feels like to live through cancer. It has given me a much more profound understanding and made me feel more able to empathise and talk about the subject with friends who are also touched by the disease. Make sure you have a good space of time available when you start reading because you won't be able to stop until you get to the end!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I am sure current medical students receive wonderful training in 'soft skills'. They are fortunate, because I didn't. I just wish this book was around when I was a student and junior doctor. We were all conscientious, but all too often unwittingly overlooked the patient's perspective and fears.
Keith has had a tough time to say the least, and so have his family and friends. Some of his experiences were harrowing. His writing style is engaging, and his emotions are never far below the surface. There were times I had to put the book down, not because I was bored, but because I needed time to reflect on his experiences, and understand what qualities drove him to survive this nightmare. Humour is also never far away, and I suspect this was one of his successful strategies.
Readers and their relatives with similar conditions will benefit from his compelling descriptions of the tests, treatment, and routines of hospital life. They will surely draw comfort too, and perhaps develop their own success strategies. There are plenty of ideas to choose from.
Keith has had a tough time to say the least, and so have his family and friends. Some of his experiences were harrowing. His writing style is engaging, and his emotions are never far below the surface. There were times I had to put the book down, not because I was bored, but because I needed time to reflect on his experiences, and understand what qualities drove him to survive this nightmare. Humour is also never far away, and I suspect this was one of his successful strategies.
Readers and their relatives with similar conditions will benefit from his compelling descriptions of the tests, treatment, and routines of hospital life. They will surely draw comfort too, and perhaps develop their own success strategies. There are plenty of ideas to choose from.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By S. Locke
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Keith has certainly covered every emotion which touches the life of a person who has been told "you have cancer". He starts at the beginning and takes you through his amazing journey with the loving support of his family and friends in an honest, heartfelt and courageous way. A brilliant read for anyone who has been diagnosed or caring for someone with cancer as it is inspirational and gives a comprehensive detailed account of life as a cancer patient and how you can win. Bangers and Mash - How to take on throat cancer, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and win, with help from an NLP coach
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disappointing in parts.
i purchased this book as a specialist head and neck cancer dietitian , hoping to improve my understanding of how my partients may feel- i was therefore very disappointed with his... Read more
Published 10 months ago by marble09
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Not what I expected
The courage of this man is without question, so lets be clear about that. This book is an honest description of a painful and difficult journey thrust upon an ordinary chap. Read more
Published 22 months ago by PureSymmetry
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Total inspiration
I met Keith Hern recently after we were introduced on email via a mutual acquantaince and then discovered we lived near to each other. Small world. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mrs. Sue Blake
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Would recommend
Having had throat cancer myself, I found Bangers And Mash a great read.
Keith is very honest about what he went through, he shares how he felt emotionally as well as... Read more
Keith is very honest about what he went through, he shares how he felt emotionally as well as... Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2010 by Ms. H. P. Dyer
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An education
I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to better understand what it means to be diagnosed with Cancer and go through the treatment. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2010 by Anthony Wood
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Excellent readable book
I read it in a day as I couldn't put it down. A fantastic insight into what Keith went through and gives me a greater understanding of what it must have been like for my father. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by Mr. I. T. C. Rice
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A captivating read
Keith's account of his diagnosis and treatment of throat cancer is moving.
I have known a few people who have suffered with cancer and whilst we hear the words... Read more
I have known a few people who have suffered with cancer and whilst we hear the words... Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2010 by Brian Hemmings
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It's an insight - that's for sure
I really loved the way the book was written so frankly and honestly - it's really helped me to begin to understand how my mum must have felt at being diagnosed with breast... Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2009 by J. Edes
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A remarkable journey
What an incredible narration through a turbulent journey.
A very honest account and a heart felt book.
A very honest account and a heart felt book.
Published on 26 Nov 2009 by J. Simpson
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Traceys Thoughts...
I read this book knowing what my cousin had gone through as a breast cancer sufferer. However throat cancer looks as much if not more than horrific. Read more
Published on 19 Nov 2009 by T. Evans
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