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Tracy Kidder

Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World

Tracy KidderNonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2003

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Tracy Kidder

Mountains Beyond Mountains

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

333

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Haiti • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

1080L

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Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder profiles Dr. Paul Edward Farmer, co-founder of Partners in Health, as he treats patients in Haiti and other developing countries while challenging medical inequality. Kidder follows Farmer's innovative work in tuberculosis care and his relentless efforts to improve healthcare access for the world's poorest populations.

Inspirational

Emotional

Informative

Challenging

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

89,325 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder receives widespread acclaim for its compelling narrative and detailed portrayal of Dr. Paul Farmer's humanitarian efforts in global health. Kidder's storytelling and Farmer's dedication inspire readers. However, some criticize the book's pacing and occasional lapses into hagiographic tone. Overall, it is a thought-provoking and impactful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mountains Beyond Mountains?

Readers who appreciate heroic, real-life narratives focusing on social justice and medical anthropology will enjoy Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder. This book appeals to fans of Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo and The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman.

4.4

89,325 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

333

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Haiti • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

1080L

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