The Covenant of Water
An Oprah’s Book Club Selection
What's it about
Ever wondered how a family's secrets and sacrifices can shape generations? Discover a sweeping family saga that explores the profound mysteries of love, faith, and medicine across seventy years in South India, all centered on a peculiar secret: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning. You'll follow the journey of a young bride in 1900 as she joins a family haunted by this strange "Condition." Uncover how their story intertwines with the rise of modern medicine and the enduring power of human connection. This epic tale reveals how love can navigate even the most tragic of legacies.
Meet the author
Abraham Verghese is a distinguished professor and Vice Chair for the Theory and Practice of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. His unique perspective as a physician deeply informs his writing, weaving intricate medical knowledge with profound human stories. This dual expertise allows him to explore the delicate relationship between healing, family, and the passage of time, lending powerful authenticity to his epic narratives and the characters who inhabit them.
What's it about
Ever wondered how a family's secrets and sacrifices can shape generations? Discover a sweeping family saga that explores the profound mysteries of love, faith, and medicine across seventy years in South India, all centered on a peculiar secret: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning. You'll follow the journey of a young bride in 1900 as she joins a family haunted by this strange "Condition." Uncover how their story intertwines with the rise of modern medicine and the enduring power of human connection. This epic tale reveals how love can navigate even the most tragic of legacies.
Meet the author
Abraham Verghese is a distinguished professor and Vice Chair for the Theory and Practice of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. His unique perspective as a physician deeply informs his writing, weaving intricate medical knowledge with profound human stories. This dual expertise allows him to explore the delicate relationship between healing, family, and the passage of time, lending powerful authenticity to his epic narratives and the characters who inhabit them.
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