Book Recommendation Requests > Evelyn (devours and digests words)’s Request

she said: " This book is a bit on the weighty side, but it is a true crime historical non-fiction that is actually quite interesting. It was a book club read for me a few years ago and although it is not my normal style I was quite impressed. I have heard rumblings that it is to be made into a movie and that Leo DiCaprio has already signed on to play the lead. "

she said: " I really loved this, but I'm fascinated by neuroscience. It discusses actual surgeries Dr Marsh has performed as well as raising questions about surgical responsibilities, such as choosing not to operate due to risk even though it might save a patient's life. If you're squeamish or not into that, however, I would recommend Being Mortal. I haven't read it but I've heard glowing reviews from friends, and it seems like it brings up really important issues of both morality and mortality. I really loved this, but I'm fascinated by neuroscience. It discusses actual surgeries Dr Marsh has performed as well as raising questions about surgical responsibilities, such as choosing not to operate due to risk even though it might save a patient's life. If you're squeamish or not into that, however, I would recommend Being Mortal. I haven't read it but I've heard glowing reviews from friends, and it seems like it brings up really important issues of both morality and mortality. ...more "