Rodney, a spoiled rich English-speaking South African, suffers an accident in which he is concussed and his spinal cord is injured, paralyzing his legs and rendering him impotent. Waking up in the hospital, he is arrogant with his nurse, Lizzie, who comes from a poor Afrikaner family. She, however, is determined not to let her prejudice against rich Anglos prevent her from giving him good care. His treatment partly consists of frequent massage, and over the weeks, the two begin to form a close relationship while both disabilities are overcome. Lizzie, assuming their relationship will continue after he is discharged, is devastated when he says that anything like that is impossible. Fortunately, he changed his mind after a week of life without her.
South Africa, one of his favorite places, inspires the beginning of his writings. Read or listen to his words and find the delicate intricacies of how he lives and what he has to say. More importantly, immerse yourself in worlds of delight that will make your heart beat fast and allow your imagination to soar.View all by Auther Abel
