When Breath Becomes Air

“When Breath Becomes Air” is a profoundly moving memoir penned by Paul Kalanithi, a neurosurgeon diagnosed with terminal lung cancer at the peak of his medical career. The narrative unfolds with a raw and introspective exploration of life, death, and the profound questions that arise when facing mortality. Kalanithi seamlessly weaves together his personal reflections, medical expertise, and a deep philosophical inquiry into the meaning of existence. The book invites readers into Kalanithi’s world, where the pursuit of knowledge and the practice of medicine are juxtaposed against the inevitability of his own mortality. “When Breath Becomes Air” transcends the conventional boundaries of memoirs; it is a poignant meditation on the fragility of life and the search for purpose, leaving an indelible impact on readers who are compelled to confront their own existential questions. --- Product Features --- Weight: 0.01, kg Written_By: Paul, Kalanithi Publisher: Bodley, Head Book Type: Non, fiction Categories: Health|Fitness, &, Nutrition Best For: Memoir, exploring, life, and, mortality. Ages: 18+ Edition: 2016th, edition, (16, December, 2016) Isbn: 9781847923677 Language: English Pages: 256 Printing Remarks: Imported Dimension: 9.8, x, 1.2, x, 1.7, cm Total Pages: 256