NITN | @notintownlive | 19 Dec 2017, 11:22 am
Bhagaban Chandra Patra’s book, 'Active Mismanagement of Maladies', published by Power Publishers, is all about the harsh treatments faced by common people day in and out.
It covers a detailed study on vast number of subjects and issues that he has worked on and seeks the attention of the readers to discuss his perspectives and experiences with the same.
Active Mismanagement of Maladies is a well-written collection of anecdotes about characters who are caught in the never-ending journey of trying to figure themselves out.
The book acts like a magnifying glass providing detailed views of various aspects of administration related to pharma industry,insurance company and hospitals.
The author has a way of defining the Indianess without sounding explanatory, a style that would appeal even to the non- natives.
Many doctors become storytellers but he has undertaken one of the most extraordinary stories which he wishes to explore through his first ever book.
It is revealing, urgent and surprising. Active Mismanagement of Maladies provides a fascinating glimpse into the future of severe treatments.
It is an extraordinary book that offers hope and clarity to those seeking to demystify severe diseases.
Reviewed by Poonam Chatterjee
- Sona College of Technology: Many academic, research and industry-linked advances in 2025
- Kolkata: ICCR hosts 10th anniversary celebration of Robir Kiran
- Sydney's Bondi Beach horror: Pakistani-origin man named as one of the key suspects
- ‘Abba Aur Main: Ek Anokhi Dastan’ — Urdu Translation of Neelima Dalmia’s Memoir Launched at New Delhi’s Jashn-e-Rekhta Festival
- Jaipur: Cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria calls for Social Investment Policy for Non-resident Rajasthanis at Pravasi Rajasthan Divas
- 'Don’t join politics': Why Tharoor defied his mother and endorsed his conviction
- Birbhum: Sitaramdas Omkarnath Chair at Biswa Bangla Biswavidyalay
- Rotary Club of Calcutta East Central celebrates centenary of iconic actor Santosh Dutta with statue unveiling
- Shiny things by Jinia: A luxury evolution by visionary entrepreneur, healer
- Mystique and Memories: Wiccan Brigade hosts its first Halloween Fest in Kolkata
Qantas is set to open its new Auckland International Lounge on Dec 17, ahead of the peak holiday travel period, as the airline expands its trans-Tasman network. The new facility replaces the previous lounge and increases both floor area and passenger capacity.
Air Canada has introduced a new non-stop route connecting Toronto with Rio de Janeiro, with the first flight landing in the Brazilian city on Friday morning.
Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, have entered a bilateral interline partnership aimed at boosting connectivity between the two countries.