A Leg to Stand On
Describe symbolism in A Leg to Stand On by Oliver Sacks
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The author's left leg is badly injured in a fall when he runs away from the bull. During the long healing process, the leg becomes a symbol of the author's frustration and vulnerability.
A Leg to Stand On