S. Weir Mitchell (Classic Reprint): A Brief Sketch of His Life With Personal Recollections - Couverture souple

Tucker, Beverley R.

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ISBN 10 : 1334077525 ISBN 13 : 9781334077524

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A portrait of a towering 19th-century physician whose rest cure reshaped nervous diseases. This nonfiction volume surveys the life of S. Weir Mitchell, a Philadelphia doctor whose career spanned medicine, science, literature, and public service. Rich with anecdotes and professional milestones, it blends clinical insight with personal recollections to show how one man influenced patients, students, and institutions alike.

The book traces his training, his pivotal work during the Civil War, and his rise as a leading authority on nervous disorders. It highlights his development of the rest treatment, his research on reflexes and nerve injuries, and his role in founding what would become major medical libraries and colleges. It also offers a vivid portrait of his character, teaching style, and public life, including his reform-minded civic work and his influence on colleagues and students.

What you’ll experience
- A clear arc from early training to national recognition in medicine and neurology
- Behind-the-scenes stories of clinical leadership, hospital work, and the evolution of rest therapy
- Personal recollections and character sketches that illuminate his relationships and teaching
- A view of his broader impact on medical education, public institutions, and Philadelphia’s intellectual life

Ideal for readers of medical history, biography, and 19th‑century American science, this edition presents a balanced, engaging overview of a physician whose work touched many lives.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1334077525
ISBN 13: 9781334077524
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Nombre de pages: 78
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S. Weir Mitchell: A Brief Sketch of His Life With Personal Recollections

Beverley R. Tucker

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1334077525 ISBN 13 : 9781334077524

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This captivating book paints an intimate portrait of S. Weir Mitchell, a remarkable man who left an enduring legacy as a physician, scientist, novelist, and poet. His contributions to medicine, particularly in the field of neurology, earned him international recognition, and his literary works explored the depths of human nature, showcasing his keen psychological insights. Through a nuanced analysis of his life and work, this book reveals Mitchell's profound understanding of the human condition, exploring themes of healing, identity, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Ultimately, the book illuminates Mitchell's transformative influence on medicine and literature, solidifying his place as a towering figure in both fields. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781334077524_0

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