Confessions of a Knife

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Summary: The honesty and integrity of this great man speaks volumes
Review: There is nothing so fragile as admitting ones frailties. Richard Selzer does this exquisitely. Always with integrity and self-reflections. Think of "Raccoon." Honestly, how would anyone except a soul of great depth understand the desperation of this patient. To be able to bring it to the level of great literature shows remarkable talent. Richard Selzer is my favorite writer beyond any doubt. I must recommend all of his other books, "Letters to a Young Doctor", "Mortal Lessons", "Down From Troy", etc. Make sure you catch "Raising the Dead" as well, which is a wonderful journalistic book. I was shocked however, to discover Cardizem ads scattered throughout. Ouch! Oh well, whatever it takes for other doctors to read and reflect cannot be all bad