“What we are fighting isn't godlessness--this is the most godly country on earth. We aren't even fighting disease. Its poverty. Money for food, medicines... that helps. When we cannot cure or save a life, our patients can at least feel cared for. It should be a basic human right.”
Cutting for Stone is a narrative that intertwines the lives of two brothers born of a secret union between a nun and a surgeon. The story unfolds in the backdrop of a turbulent Africa, focusing on their journey through medical school and the complexities of their personal and professional lives. more
Abraham Verghese is an American writer and physician, renowned for his extensive experience in medicine and his profound literary talent. His works often focus on the relationship between doctors and patients, as well as his deep insights into medical practice. more
“To kill a mockingbird. If you haven't read it, I think you should because it is very interesting.”
“Calls her beautiful, but she cannot hear.”
“there was a time when these weren't memories.”