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——Synopsis
The Dance of Life: Scalpel X Cleaver is Dr. Wong Keh Shin’s memoir, weaving a heartfelt and profound life journey around the interplay of medicine and cooking.
Starting from a childhood accident that sparked her dream of becoming a doctor, the author details her academic experience at Manipal Medical College in India—cultural shocks, academic challenges, and cross-border friendships—illustrating her growth and transformation. After returning to her homeland, she fulfilled her duty in hospitals and rural clinics, witnessing life’s joys and sorrows, while also finding love and building a family.
Her parents’ illness in their later years marked a turning point. After her mother’s passing, she shifted from holding a scalpel to a cleaver, finding solace in cooking. Through this, she discovered the shared qualities of patience and reverence for life in both practices.
The book interweaves the warmth of family love, reflections on life and death, and the mysterious symbolism of moths as a sign of departed loved ones’ return. Ultimately, it interprets a passion for life and acceptance through “the dance of life,” standing as a touching work about love, loss, and rebirth.
——About the Author
Dr. Wong Keh Shin 黄可欣医生
The author graduated from Manipal Medical College in 1997, establishing a solid foundation in medicine. However, at a pivotal moment, she discovered a profound connection between literature and science, which awakened a new energy within her, guiding her on a richer and more diverse life journey.
In her story, science and literature blend like a symphony. Although accomplished in medicine, her soul yearned for a deeper connection, which led her to appreciate the beauty of literature. This wasn’t a renunciation of science, but a realization that both fields complement each other. She infused scientific thinking into the emotional world of literature, giving new meaning to life. This fusion expanded her view, enriching both her creativity and career.
Her journey teaches us that key moments in life can spark profound transformation. Embracing a variety of interests and experiences makes life fuller and more captivating. Her story encourages us to explore, embrace change, and allow different fields to shape our unique paths.
