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Book Discussion

"When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi
2018-11-08 13:00:00 2018-11-08 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Discussion In this gripping memoir, Dr. Kalanithi chronicles his experiences as a doctor and a patient facing a terminal illness. Pick up a copy of this title at the desk and join us for a hearty conversation. North Plainfield branch - Woodland Room

Thursday, November 08
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2018-11-08 13:00:00 2018-11-08 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Discussion In this gripping memoir, Dr. Kalanithi chronicles his experiences as a doctor and a patient facing a terminal illness. Pick up a copy of this title at the desk and join us for a hearty conversation. North Plainfield branch - Woodland Room

North Plainfield branch

Woodland Room

In this gripping memoir, Dr. Kalanithi chronicles his experiences as a doctor and a patient facing a terminal illness. Pick up a copy of this title at the desk and join us for a hearty conversation.

“When Breath Becomes Air” became an international bestseller and a finalist for the Pulitzer prize.  

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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