Mountains Beyond Mountains Teachers: If you'd like a printable
version of this guide, download the PDF attachment at the bottom
of this page. Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul
Farmer, A Man Who Would Cure the World tells the true story of
one man’s commitment to bring quality health care to the world’s
poorest communities. Author Tracy Kidder guides students through
many physical and philosophical journeys with Dr. Farmer,
eloquently articulating Farmer’s mission of correcting the
inequities and epidemics that plague the poorest people. These
journeys with Dr. Farmer constitute an adventure story focused
on critical moral issues. Mountains Beyond Mountains raises
several profound questions about issues of access to health care
and the global distribution of wealth, allowing students a
glimpse into Dr. Farmer’s work to change the world. Reading this
fascinating and inspiring book with your class will provide an
opportunity to discuss critical modern political issues and will
challenge your stud