Battles of Life and Death Author:David Hellerstein Battles of Life and Death is a collection of compelling essays about the process of becoming a doctor. From the burn unit, to pediatric clinics, to cancer wards, these tales of medical training are "a forceful and moving human experience" (Medical Tribune). "Emotionally riveting. The writing is taut, accurate and unsentimental. An... more »d entertaining as well." ?Newsday« less