Acclaimed writer Jerry Pinto brings his signature empathy, insight, and humanity to the often-overlooked world of palliative care in his latest book, A Good Life: The Power of Palliative Care. Pain is an inevitable part of life, a signal from the body demanding attention, yet suffering does not have to follow. Through this beautifully written work, Pinto explores how palliative care alleviates both physical and emotional pain, transforming the experience of patients and families facing serious illnesses.

Drawing readers into intimate stories of patients, caregivers, and medical professionals, A Good Life illustrates the profound impact of compassionate care. Pinto’s narratives reveal how the desire to live fully and meaningfully can redefine our understanding of illness, healing, and human resilience. This is not only a book about care—it is a reflection on life itself, prompting readers to consider their own well-being and the value of empathy in healthcare.

Pinto’s writing has been lauded as “deeply empathetic, humorous, and humane,” and A Good Life continues this tradition, offering a moving, accessible, and essential exploration of hope, dignity, and humanity in the face of adversity. Doctors, caregivers, and general readers alike will find in its pages both profound insight and inspiration.

About the Author:
Jerry Pinto is the award-winning author of Em and the Big Hoom (winner of the Hindu Literary Prize and Crossword Book Award for Fiction) and Helen: The Life and Times of an H-Bomb (winner of the National Award for Best Book on Cinema). He has also translated important Marathi autobiographies, written poetry, and received the prestigious Windham-Campbell Prize in 2016.

Praised by experts in the field, the book underscores the vital role of palliative care in modern medicine. Padma Shri Dr. M.R. Rajagopal of Pallium India notes, “Doctors of my generation weren’t taught about pain or suffering. This book shows how palliative care professionals have been filling this critical gap.” Dr. Sudeep Gupta, director of the Tata Memorial Centre, adds, “Palliative care is integral to the treatment our patients receive every step of the way. This book compellingly tells you why.”

A Good Life is a heartfelt, moving, and essential read that celebrates the power of compassion, human connection, and care at life’s most vulnerable moments.