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The Selfish Pig's Guide to Caring (Paperback)

by Hugh Marriott (Author), David Lock (Illustrator) "You may have acquired this book under false pretences ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 350 pages
  • Publisher: Polperro Heritage Press (24 Oct 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0954423313
  • ISBN-13: 978-0954423315
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15.8 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 327,966 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"A splendid new book for carers." The Times "The book is frank, does not duck even the most sensitive aspects of caring, and has been warmly greeted by many professionals." Liverpool Echo "The Selfish Pig's Guide to Caring exposes some hard-hitting truths about caring for the sick or disabled." Daily Echo


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5.0 out of 5 stars Just what a carer needs to read, 15 Jan 2004
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Hugh Marriot has made a fantastic job of highlighting issues that most carers probably don't think twice about. He has injected enough humour to make the book a very enjoyable read. He has created a name for the Person I(he) Give Love & Endless Therapy to (P.I.G.L.E.T), and therefore brings a lighter side to the carer's responsibilities - just thinking about it can raise a smile. It becomes clear by reading the book, many of us carers may think that we are selfish for wishing things to be different, but we have no right to do so. We are only feeling what many others are doing in similar situations, so how can we be selfish.

The tales and stories that he relates about his own situation and those of his friends, show the benefits of sharing information, and that, we should all try to do likewise as often as possible. Because Hugh and his 'piglet' live in the uk - his 'frustrations' are those that we can all equate to. Whether they be with social services, or other people's attitudes towards carers and the disabled.

I've read the book through from cover to cover and keep refering back to sections of it. Informative and/or humerous sections of text have now been marked with post-it notes.

Thanks Hugh for spelling out what carers need to hear. We are NOT ALONE - even though we may feel differently most of the time

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5.0 out of 5 stars Common sense and humour, 23 Nov 2006
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This is a must-read book for all carers. Marriott tells it like it is - he rolls up his sleeves and gets right down to it, even the stuff the other people daren't even whisper about. His style is reassuring and full of good humour and - I don't know how he manages it - he always gets the balance right, so he's helpful not preachy, realistic but not pessimistic. There are lots of good general practical tips, and where he's unable to give specific details, he explains how you can follow up lines of enquiry on your own.

I really think the man deserves a medal for writing this book.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This guy's been there!, 26 Jul 2006
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If you are a carer you're expected by everyone else to be perfect 24 hr a day 365 days a year. Life ain't like that and Hugh Marriot has the courage to admit it.

He is honest about the problems and prepared to suggest how carers can maintain a grip on sanity (most of the time) and loose tempers (rarely) without feeling bucketloads of guilt.

It should be issued to all who apply for a carers allowance. Doctors, nurses social workers OT and others who deal with carers should read it. It will help you and the carer to converse as human beings. It will enable you to converse in the real world.
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