When Breath Becomes Air: by Paul Kalanithi; foreword by Abraham Verghese | A 15-Minute Summary & Analysis Preview: When Breath Becomes Air is the autobiography of author Paul Kalanithi and is the only book he has written. This summary will cover the important concepts in the best-selling book by the beloved writer. The book is written in two parts, and each section will be condensed into a concise narrative, so the listener can understand the gist of it quickly. Please note: This is a summary and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. This companion includes the following: Book review Character list Summaries of the chapters Discussion questions Analyses of themes & symbols This analysis fills the gap, making you understand more while enhancing your listening experience.