... Carson, famous neurosurgeon, and American idol, summarizes perfectly the power of a man's mind. Dr. Carson knows what it takes in order to overcome adversity and willpower. His well-written autobiography Gifted Hands stresses to its readers the belief in God, belief in yourself, and commitment to excellence-values he first learned from his mother ... . Gifted Hands captivates readers' minds and illustrate the power of moral character. Dr. Carson's autobiography, Gifted Hands, shares his journey from a frustrated, bad-tempered inner-city youth to a world-renowned surgeon who revolutionized...

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• Grade Level: High School

... 1987 and again in 1997 as well as conducting brain surgery to control seizures. Dr. Benjamin Carson is a recipient of numerous awards and honors, the author of three (3) popular books (Gifted Hands, Think Big and The Big Picture), and the co-founder with this wife, of a non-profit organization to help hard working youth fund a college education. (To date, more than 550 ... ...

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