Summary - When Breath Becomes Air: Based On The Book By Paul Kalanithi

SUMMARY

WHEN BREATH BECOMES AIR

BASED ON THE BOOK BY PAUL KALANITHI

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: FASTBOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

Prologue

In Perfect Health I Begin

The Doctor's Life

The Diagnosis

Transitioning Roles

Treatment and Hope

Family and Connection

The Final Stages

Epilogue

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi is a poignant memoir that chronicles the author's journey from a dedicated neurosurgeon to a terminal cancer patient. The book explores themes of mortality, the human experience, and the intersection of medicine and literature. Kalanithi reflects on his early aspirations, the rigorous demands of his medical training, and the profound impact of his diagnosis on his identity and relationships. Through his eloquent prose, he delves into the emotional complexities of illness, the importance of connection, and the search for meaning in life and death, offering readers a deeply personal perspective on what it means to live.

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Utgivningsdatum

Ljudbok: 19 november 2024