An Oscar for my troubles : a life working for better understanding and treatment of sickle cell disorder / by Neville Clare.

"An Oscar for My Troubles is a about sickle cell disorder and tells a story that goes way beyond the medical. It goes to the heart of black history and British politics. This book deals with concepts of race, of disease, and of patients' rights. It is also a moving account of a life battling chronic pain - and battling ignorance and prejudice. Britain. He has spent three decades campaigning for better awareness and treatment of sickle cell disorder and why it deserves a far better deal than to be seen as a minority issue."--Provided by publisher.