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Author Tracy Kidder chronicles a life based on hope

Broadcast: Midmorning, 10/07/2009, 10:06 a.m.

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Author Tracy Kidder's latest book tells the story of a young medical student from war-torn Burundi, and his journey from a horrific civil war to a life devoted to healing.

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  • Tracy Kidder: Author of "Strength in What Remains." His previous books include "Mountains Beyond Mountains" and "House."

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