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Our Malady: Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary

Timothy Snyder
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Our Malady: Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Timothy Snyder

Our Malady: Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

179

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Our Malady, Timothy Snyder reflects on his own experiences with illness and healthcare to critique the American healthcare system. He argues for systemic changes, emphasizing the importance of human dignity and accessible, reliable medical care for all individuals.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,170 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Timothy Snyder's Our Malady candidly addresses the failings of the U.S. healthcare system, blending personal narrative with socio-political critique. Praised for its urgency and relevance, the book's emotional depth resonates, though some critics find its analysis somewhat one-sided and the solutions proposed oversimplified. Overall, it's a compelling call to action.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Our Malady: Lessons in Liberty from a Hospital Diary?

A reader who would enjoy Our Malady by Timothy Snyder is likely concerned with current socio-political issues, healthcare, and democratic values. They may also appreciate works like Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson or Evicted by Matthew Desmond, which similarly tackle systemic injustices and societal challenges.

4.4

3,170 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

179

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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