Oliver Sacks Dead: Neurologist and 'Awakenings' Author Was 82

The Oscar-nominated film starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro was based on Sacks' account of working with post-encephalitic patients.

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Neurologist humanized illnesses in books

Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

Oliver Sacks Dies at 82

Oliver Sacks, Famed Neurologist and 'Awakenings' Author Dies at 82 - ABC News

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Neurologist, Awakenings Author Oliver Sacks Dies at 82

Oliver Sacks, Famed Neurologist and 'Awakenings' Author Dies at 82 - ABC News