Blenda Schneider Schneider itibaren Mahoota, Madhya Pradesh, India
This is a fascinating look at what one man's journey is like after he has to change direction from wanting to be a physician to becoming a psychiatrist after both he and his brother are stricken with a rare and often fatal heart condition. A condition which ran through the family bloodline and took their mother and their innocence as children. It's a compelling story because it demonstrates how one can face near insurmountable odds, and find both courage and wisdom, and use both to further not only your life, but the lives of others, for generations to come.
I am not quite done yet. I have been watching this movie once or twice a year for 30 years. I love it, and have been meaning to read the book forever. I wasn't in too much of a rush though, I always figured that I "knew" it. And now, I am so glad I read it. What was I waiting for?? This book has it all! I really enjoyed the deeper looking into the political issues and familial roots. And wasn't the movie perfectly cast??