Book: An Unexpected Disability
£8.50
Michael Crawford-Hick’s memoir is a powerful account of resilience, transformation, and advocacy in the face of unexpected adversity. The book begins with the pivotal moment in 2022 when Michael, an engineer turned photographer, collapses at Waterloo Station, leading to a life-altering diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Struggling with mobility, chronic pain, and mental fog, he embarks on a journey of recovery and adaptation, navigating a world that suddenly feels unrecognizable.
Drawing from his past as a robotics engineer and a seasoned sports photographer, Michael finds a new purpose—championing disabled sports through photography. His story takes readers through his rediscovery of passion, from capturing high-speed jet-skiers to covering major sporting events like the Invictus Games and the 2024 Paralympics. Along the way, he encounters barriers in disability representation and media access, spurring his mission to give disabled athletes the visibility they deserve.
With humour, candour, and unflinching honesty, Michael shares the struggles of adjusting to disability, the complexities of the healthcare system, and the importance of community support. His creation of the Disability Sports Network becomes a testament to his belief that sports can empower, heal, and redefine perceptions of disability. This memoir is more than just a personal story—it’s a call to action for inclusivity, representation, and breaking down barriers for disabled athletes and creatives alike.
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Michael Crawford-Hick’s memoir is a powerful account of resilience, transformation, and advocacy in the face of unexpected adversity. The book begins with the pivotal moment in 2022 when Michael, an engineer turned photographer, collapses at Waterloo Station, leading to a life-altering diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Struggling with mobility, chronic pain, and mental fog, he embarks on a journey of recovery and adaptation, navigating a world that suddenly feels unrecognizable.
Drawing from his past as a robotics engineer and a seasoned sports photographer, Michael finds a new purpose—championing disabled sports through photography. His story takes readers through his rediscovery of passion, from capturing high-speed jet-skiers to covering major sporting events like the Invictus Games and the 2024 Paralympics. Along the way, he encounters barriers in disability representation and media access, spurring his mission to give disabled athletes the visibility they deserve.
With humour, candour, and unflinching honesty, Michael shares the struggles of adjusting to disability, the complexities of the healthcare system, and the importance of community support. His creation of the Disability Sports Network becomes a testament to his belief that sports can empower, heal, and redefine perceptions of disability. This memoir is more than just a personal story—it’s a call to action for inclusivity, representation, and breaking down barriers for disabled athletes and creatives alike.