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Ben Carson : a chance at life / Janet and Geoff Benge.
As a child growing up in Detroit, Ben Carson (1951-) has a dream of becoming a physician, a dream that rose out of struggles with poverty, racism, and poor grades. As Ben persevered and strove for academic excellence, his life became one of compassion and service. Today, Benjamin Carson, MD, is known as the American neurosurgeon with gifted hands. The first surgeon to successfully separate twins joined at the head, he directed pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital for over a quarter of a century. His life continues to be a model of what it means to care deeply, serve brilliantly, and lead courageously.
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- ISBN: 9781624860348 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 1624860346 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 192 pages : illustrations, map ; 20 cm.
- Publisher: Lynnwood, Washington : Emerald Books, [2014]
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | A chance at life -- "This ain't his home no more" -- At the bottom of his class -- "If we see you again, we'll kill you!" -- Being cool -- A new plan -- A small fish in an ocean -- There was something about her -- Things seemed to fit into place -- "Go for it" -- The new chief -- Half a brain -- Blazing the path -- Miracle worker -- Carson scholars -- Celebration and despair -- Life and death -- A scholar, a healer, and a leader. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juniata County Library | J 92 CARSON (Text) | 39640100650959 | JUNM Juvenile Non-Fiction | Available | - |
Summary:
As a child growing up in Detroit, Ben Carson (1951-) has a dream of becoming a physician, a dream that rose out of struggles with poverty, racism, and poor grades. As Ben persevered and strove for academic excellence, his life became one of compassion and service. Today, Benjamin Carson, MD, is known as the American neurosurgeon with gifted hands. The first surgeon to successfully separate twins joined at the head, he directed pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital for over a quarter of a century. His life continues to be a model of what it means to care deeply, serve brilliantly, and lead courageously.
