Published after Dr. Paul Brand’s death in 2003, this volume combines two books that we coauthored: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made and In His Image (these are still available as separate volumes).
At a time when my own faith was still forming, I was privileged to work for ten years with the brilliant, compassionate surgeon who revolutionized the treatment of leprosy.
Our partnership changed forever my thinking about pain. As we worked together and I gave words to his faith, he gave faith to my words.
I tell stories from his adventurous life, explore the wonders of the human body, and draw from his rich font of spiritual wisdom. (Zondervan 2004)
“…an unusual medical, biological, and spiritual work. A great appreciation of the human body, life, and belief in God fills this book.” —Joseph E. Murray, M.D., Nobel Laureate, The New England Journal of Medicine
An enthralling, edifying book which I wish I had had the insight to write.” —C. Everett Koop, M.D., Former Surgeon General of the United States.
“Reflections and stories by a humane tender of wounds. Paul Brand’s book, like his life as a doctor, is wholly admirable.”—Richard Selzer, author of Mortal Lessons and Confessions of a Knife
“A deeply meaningful book, and much-needed corrective to our opinions about the natural world: what membership means—in our bodies and in the Body.” —Sheldon Vanauken, author of A Severe Mercy
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