A chance at life -- "This ain't his home no more" -- At the bottom of his class -- "If we see you again, we'll kill you!" -- Being cool -- A new plan -- A small fish in an ocean -- There was something about her -- Things seemed to fit into place -- "Go for it" -- The new chief -- Half a brain -- Blazing the path -- Miracle worker -- Carson scholars -- Celebration and despair -- Life and death -- A scholar, a healer, and a leader.
Summary:
"As a child growing up in Detroit, Ben Carson (1951-) has a dream of becoming a physician, a dream that rose out of struggles with poverty, racism, and poor grades. As Ben persevered and strove for academic excellence, his life became one of compassion and service"--Amazon.com.
Series:
Heroes of history Benge, Janet, 1958- Heroes of history.
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