When Breath Becomes Air

When Breath Becomes Air

Finding hope in the face of insurmountable odds
by Paul Kalanithi
Motivation & Inspiration 19 min read ★★★★☆ 4.1 (230)
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About This Book

When Breath Becomes Air (2016) tells the incredible story of Paul Kalanithi, a neurosurgeon and neuroscientist who was diagnosed with and died from cancer in his mid-thirties. These blinks detail his extraordinary journey in search of the meaning of life in the face of death.

Who Should Read This?

  • Philosophers and thinkers
  • Medical students and those interested in the field
  • Anyone who has ever lost a loved one

About the Author

Paul Kalanithi was an Indian-American writer and award-winning surgeon. He attended the Yale School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University.