41 pages • 1 hour read
Ben Carson, Cecil MurpheyGifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1990A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story by Ben Carson and Cecil Murphey details how Carson, through his faith, supportive family, and determination, overcomes challenges from his early life in Detroit to become a groundbreaking neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins, achieving notable success, such as the first separation of craniopagus twins joined at the back of the head. The book addresses experiences of poverty and family mental health issues.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gifted Hands by Ben Carson and Cecil Murphey receives praise for its inspirational narrative and detailed account of Carson’s medical career, showcasing his resilience and faith. Critics note, however, that some sections are overly self-congratulatory and the writing style can be simplistic. Overall, it's an uplifting story of overcoming adversity.
Who Should Read Gifted Hands?
Readers who would enjoy Gifted Hands by Ben Carson and Cecil Murphey are those inspired by real-life success stories, interested in medicine, or looking for motivational biographies. Comparable to The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch and Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom, this book appeals to those valuing perseverance and personal triumph.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsLexile Level
950LBook Details
Health / Medicine
Religion / Spirituality
Inspirational
Biography