Book Review: The Poetry of Healing
Friday, September 26, 2008
A Doctor’s Education in Empathy, Identity, and Desire
The author bridges the clinical distance of medicine to face the pain of mortality, the brokenness of society, and the unique and vulnerable beauty of human beings. He uncovers the tragic flaws in healthcare. This book throws light on the healing powers of speech, touch, empathy and love. This very passionate book contains compassionate essays that are written in bold and graceful prose. It comes from a physician who is empathic, vulnerable and emotionally alive. Its an extraordinary memoir about the body and soul.
Authors:Rafael Campo
Publishers:W. W. Norton & Company
Date of Publication:1997
No. of pages: 270
