When Breath Becomes Air

When Breath Becomes Air is a deeply moving and insightful book by Paul Kalanithi. Published by Vintage Publishing in 2017, this book has captivated readers around the globe. This book falls under the genre of memoirs, specifically medical memoirs. It is a poignant reflection on life and death, written by a neurosurgeon who was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. Kalanithi uses eloquent and profound language to explore what it means to live a meaningful life. When Breath Becomes Air is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of words. It is a book that will make you contemplate life's fleeting nature and the importance of making every breath count. If you're looking for a book that will touch your heart and make you reflect on your own life, When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi, published by Vintage Publishing, is a must-read.

When Breath Becomes Air chronicles Kalanithi's transformation from a medical student asking what makes a virtuous and meaningful life into a neurosurgeon working in the core of human identity - the brain - and finally into a patient and a new father. What makes life worth living in the face of death?