Cutting For Stone
The multi-million copy bestseller from the author of Oprah’s Book Club pick The Covenant of Water
(Author) Abraham VergheseMy brother, Shiva, and I came into the world in the late afternoon of the twentieth of September in the year of grace 1954. We took our first breaths in the thick air of Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia. Bound by birth, we were driven apart by bitter betrayal. No surgeon can heal the would that divides two brothers. Where silk and steel fail, story must succeed. To begin at the beginning...
Abraham Verghese
Abraham Verghese is an Indian-American physician, author, and professor known for his contributions to medical literature and fiction. His most notable works include "Cutting for Stone," a novel that blends medicine, family drama, and cultural exploration. Verghese's writing style is characterized by rich, detailed storytelling and a deep exploration of human emotions and relationships. He is celebrated for his ability to seamlessly merge his medical expertise with his literary talent, offering unique insights into the human condition. Verghese's impact on the literary world lies in his ability to bring the worlds of medicine and literature together, captivating readers with his compelling narratives and thought-provoking themes.