Chronicling Compassion - Tracy Kidder on Boston's Top Street Doctor
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a compelling conversation featuring author Tracy Kidder as he discusses his book "Rough Sleepers," which profiles Dr. Jim O'Connell, a Boston physician dedicated to providing healthcare for the homeless. Delve into the lives of unsheltered individuals, their challenges, and the opportunities for healing in society. Gain insights into Kidder's approach to narrative nonfiction, his topic selection process, and how he crafts inspiring stories. Listen to this thought-provoking discussion from Aspen Ideas: Health 2023, featuring Kidder, Dr. O'Connell, and Margot Sanger-Katz, as they explore the intersection of healthcare, homelessness, and compassionate storytelling.
Syllabus
Chronicling Compassion: Tracy Kidder Profiles Boston’s Top “Street Doctor”
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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