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Genre: Medical History, Biography, Non-Fiction
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Book Review:
''Fame and Pain'' is a fascinating and unique collection that explores the often-overlooked medical histories of 100 famous individuals from across the globe and throughout time. Author Jayaindra Fernando delves into the intersection of public achievement and private suffering, revealing how illness and pain have shaped the lives of well-known figures.

The book's strength is its accessible, simple language and engaging format, which is ''spiced with biographical notes, quotations and illustrations.'' This makes it an easy and compelling read for anyone interested in history, medicine, or the human side of celebrity.

It serves as a poignant reminder that fame does not grant immunity from suffering. This collection is a treasure trove of intriguing anecdotes and historical insights, perfect for casual reading or as a source of interesting trivia about the vulnerabilities of the world's most renowned people.