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When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi (5/5)

  • Emma N.
  • Oct 22, 2021
  • 1 min read


What is life?

Paul Kalanithi, a neurosurgeon and a writer, was diagnosed with lung cancer at the age of 36. In the memoir When Breath Becomes Air, Kalanithi questions the meaning of life as a neurosurgeon and a patient.


By reflecting on Paul Kalanithi’s experience as both patient and a surgeon, readers can also think deeply about the definition of life and find the meaningfulness of their lives.


I would 100% recommend this memoir to everyone because the memoir can be viewed differently by people depending on their age, gender, or situation.


 
 
 

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