Abraham Verghese's Journey from Ethiopia to America

Abraham Verghese, a physician and author, shares his remarkable journey from his childhood in Ethiopia to his experiences as a young doctor in America. He discusses the profound link between healing and storytelling, emphasizing that his journey has been shaped by his diverse geographic experiences. Verghese reflects on the role of books in his life, particularly how they shaped his understanding of the world and inspired his pursuit of medicine. He describes the pivotal moment when he decided to become a writer after witnessing the impact of the AIDS epidemic in East Tennessee. Verghese concludes by discussing the intimate relationship between inner and outer geography and how writing allows for the examination and transformation of the world.