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title: "Do No Harm: Stories of Life, Death and Brain Surgery - as seen on 'life-changing' BBC documentary Confessions of a Brain Surgeon"
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# Award-winning, critically acclaimed literature Deep dive into brain surgery realities Explores life-and-death ethical decisions Do No Harm: Stories of Life, Death and Brain Surgery - as seen on 'life-changing' BBC documentary Confessions of a Brain Surgeon

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## Summary

> 🧠 Hold life in your hands—discover the drama behind the scalpel.

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- **What is this?** Do No Harm: Stories of Life, Death and Brain Surgery - as seen on 'life-changing' BBC documentary Confessions of a Brain Surgeon
- **How much does it cost?** R663 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Accessible Yet Profound:** Written for both medical professionals and curious readers, balancing technical detail with emotional depth.
- • **Award-Winning Narrative:** Winner of multiple prestigious literary prizes, blending medical expertise with compelling storytelling.
- • **Flexible Reading Experience:** Short, standalone chapters make it easy to engage with this gripping book anytime, anywhere.
- • **Humanity at the Cutting Edge:** Reveals the emotional toll, ethical dilemmas, and personal reflections behind every operation.
- • **Unfiltered Neurosurgical Insight:** Experience the raw, high-stakes world of brain surgery through the eyes of a leading neurosurgeon.

## Overview

‘Do No Harm’ is a critically acclaimed memoir by Henry Marsh, a retired consultant neurosurgeon, offering an unvarnished look at the triumphs and tragedies of brain surgery. Celebrated for its candid storytelling and ethical reflections, this book bridges medical science and human experience, making it a must-read for professionals and thoughtful readers alike.

## Description

Candid memoir offers a rare, gripping look into the highs, lows, and ethical dilemmas of a life dedicated to operating on the human brain, the most complex organ.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,827 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 3 in Surgery (Books) 12 in Scientist Biographies 13 in Medical Biographies |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (16,338) |
| Dimensions  | 19.9 x 2.2 x 13.1 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 178022592X |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1780225920 |
| Item weight  | 264 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 304 pages |
| Publication date  | 9 Oct. 2014 |
| Publisher  | W&N |

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