- Paperback: 257 pages
- Publisher: Vintage Books; Reprint edition (1 Jun 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0679781234
- ISBN-13: 978-0679781233
- Product Dimensions: 13 x 1.5 x 20.3 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,384,003 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'An important wake-up call on prostate cancer as a parallel to breast cancer. . all will benefit from reading Michael Korda's pioneering book.' Gloria Steinem 'MAN TO MAN, despite its how- to subtitle, is a work of literature and a fine one.' Larry McMurry 'Wonderful... the most spellbindingly frank, honest and useful book you can read about dealing with the realities of prostate cancer.' MAIL ON SUNDAY 'Michael Korda has performed a medical public service. He has faced up to, dealt with, and triumphed over the masculine nightmare of prostate cancer. I was stunned by his candour and moved by his courage.' Dominick Dunne 'MAN TO MAN is a powerful personal story and by far the best book on prostate cancer yet written. Men and women both should read it- it might well make the difference between life and death.' Richard Rhodes 'A courgaeous, compelling, honest account which will shed light on a subject too many will not or cannot confront.' ALL SPORT AND LEISURE MONTHLY 'Candid and informed, this sober, cautious and courageous account shed light on this subject in a more than useful way.' BEVERLEY GUARDIAN AND CITIZEN
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Larry McMurry
'Man to Man, despite its how to subtitle, is a work of literature and a fine one'
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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EVERY YEAR MORE THAN 200,000 AMERICAN MEN ARE TOLD THEY have prostate cancer. Read the first page
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Out of date and self-centered
27 Jan 2004
Format:Paperback
I don't think I would have wanted to read this book before my surgery. Even making allowances for Michael Korda's self-absorption and wealth, the plain facts of his case are scary. On the other hand, it was illuminating to see Patrick Walsh in other than uncritically worshipful light.
Readers should understand at least a couple of things: (1) This book is at least as much about Michael Korda as it is about prostate cancer. He is candid in his description of his own shortcomings, but there is still a strong look-at-me undercurrent. (2) The technology and practices have changed dramatically since his diagnosis ten years ago. My nerve-sparing surgery was triggered by a PSA of just 4.6 and a thorough biopsy. The incision was only 4 or 5 inches, with dissolvable stitches. Anesthesia was general, with minimal blood loss. I was home two days after the surgery. Recovery (I'm less than a week post-op) has been uncomfortable but quite doable, with a terrific wife but without private nurses or special privileges.
There are better, more thoughtful books out there, though this one was fun to read after my surgery. There are also many helpful Web sites.
The advantage men have today is that there are many alternatives in treatment. This can also pose a great burden; it can be hard to make the final decision amid all the conflicting advice. The books and Web sites help. Just don't use Korda's book as your only guide.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Not even close
7 Oct 1999
Format:Paperback
I bought this book for my father shortly after his diagnosis. What a mistake! It frightened us all unneccesarily. What he went through was nothing like what Mr.Korda experienced. I realize that every man will have a unique and different experience. That said, I have to say my father is doing quite well at two weeks post surgery. He has been relatively pain free for 10 days and recouperating nicely. This book would have been funny to read AFTER surgery, but by no means should it be read in those scary, dark days after you have been diagnosed. It will cause alot of anxiety and stress. From all I can gather, many men do really well after surgery. Don't let your love one read this book. It is one man's extreme experience.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Tells more about Korda than about prostate cancer
3 Sep 2002
Format:Paperback
Unless you are especially interested in Michael Korda, I strongly agree with those other reviewers in recommending that you DO NOT read this book before you decide on treatment or before you have surgery. The author of this book is a very sad case and far worse off than most opting for surgery. This book is worth reading AFTER surgery and you have begun to recoup a little. You'll at least feel good that you're not as bad off as this self-centered schmuck.
For good personal accounts of surviving prostate cancer read Bert Gottlieb's and William Martin's books. Both of these books are deeply reflective and filled with hope and useful information. Also Robert Young's Phoenix5 web site has very useful personal accounts.
For good personal accounts of surviving prostate cancer read Bert Gottlieb's and William Martin's books. Both of these books are deeply reflective and filled with hope and useful information. Also Robert Young's Phoenix5 web site has very useful personal accounts.
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