Books Gifted Hands/Ben Carson Story  by Carson Ben (Author)

"Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story" is an autobiographical book by Ben Carson that chronicles his extraordinary journey from a struggling young boy in Detroit to becoming one of the world's most renowned pediatric neurosurgeons. The story begins with Ben's father leaving the family when Ben was eight years old, leaving his mother, Sonya, to raise him and his brother alone amid financial hardships and social challenges.

Key elements of the story include:

Ben's early academic struggles and behavioral issues, which improved drastically after he started wearing glasses and his mother committed to encouraging his education.

The pivotal role of his mother, who worked multiple jobs and set high expectations, inspiring Ben to strive for excellence.

His encounter with setbacks, racial prejudice, and ridicule but also his determination to overcome them through hard work and faith.

The pivotal decision to pursue medicine, inspired by a religious experience and his desire to help others.

His academic success, from high school to Yale University and then medical school, overcoming financial and social obstacles.

His groundbreaking medical career, including becoming the youngest director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins and performing revolutionary surgeries such as the separation of conjoined twins.

Throughout, the book emphasizes Carson’s faith, humility, and reliance on God as guiding forces in his life.