Magnificent Obsession

Magnificent Obsession by Lloyd C. Douglas is an inspirational novel about redemption, selflessness, and spiritual transformation.
The story centers on Robert Merrick, a wealthy and arrogant young man whose life changes after he survives a boating accident-an accident that indirectly causes the death of a beloved local doctor. Wracked with guilt, Merrick learns that the doctor had lived by a secret principle of doing good deeds in anonymity. Determined to change, Merrick adopts this philosophy, quietly helping others while transforming himself into a compassionate and selfless person.
The novel explores how living for others can lead to personal growth and spiritual fulfillment.