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In Dr. Nicolas Bazans brilliant first novel, neuroscientist Alvaro Cruz finds himself haunted by a recurring dream of a banjo player in an elusive cornfield that leads him on a personal quest to uncover the mysterious past of a New Orleans street singer known as Una Vida. Stricken with Alzheimers, Una Vida can only offer tantalizing clues about her past through her mesmerizing vocals, incredible recollection of jazz lyrics, and the occasional verbal revisiting of a fascinating life thats fading quickly and forever into the recess of her mind. As Cruz searches for Una Vidas true identity, he learns profound lessons about the human psyche, the nature of memory - and himself. Una Vida is filled with delightful twists and unexpected turns, all centering around one of the greatest gifts New Orleans has offered the world - jazz. But the story will also deeply touch anyone who has had to witness the heartbreaking deterioration of a loved ones memory as it is consumed by the unforgiving encroachment of Alzheimers. In the end, Una Vida represents a triumph of the spirit and sends an intensely personal message of hope to the world even as scientists like Dr. Bazan continue the search for the answers to one of lifes most devastating diseases. Learn More: Dr. Bazan MD CALL IN: 347 - 324 - 5661 then push 1 if you wish to speak with Dr. BazanDr Nicolas Bazan MD | Alzheimers | Neuroscientist | Jazz | Devasting Disease