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

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Synopsis

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.

Durée: 23 minutes (00:22:50)
Date de publication: 16/11/2024; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —