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Cutting for Stone

Cutting for Stone

Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
Pages
975
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

Follow the lives of twin brothers, orphaned at birth and later abandoned by their father, as they navigate their intertwined destinies. This story delves into the intricacies of medical practice and the profound human experiences within it. A critically acclaimed novel, it offers a rich exploration of family bonds and the challenges of identity.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

EmotionalThought-ProvokingComplex
Family SagaComing of Age

Genres

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

About the author

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Abraham Verghese

Abraham Verghese (born 1955) is an American physician, author, Professor for the Theory and Practice of Medicine at Stanford University Medical School and Senior Associate Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine. He is also the author of three best-selling books, two memoirs and a novel. In 2011, he was elected to be a member of the Institute of Medicine. He received the National Humanities Medal from President Barack Obama in 2015. He was born in Ethiopia to Christian parents from Keral...

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