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Humanity has been observed from many points of View. The rich and great and fortunate of Earth have had their en trances and exits on the stage of literature. Great authors have told of the lives of the lowly and depraved. Paradise has been described; and classic writers have drawn and redrawn the sunless world of Hades and of Purgatory. Even Hell need have few surprises for any one who reads.
In the pages of this little book there is a candid, almost photographic, account of life in a community of paupers, where the members conduct themselves without any fear that fate or the authorities can put them in any lower place than that in which they have placed themselves. It is not the life of a reformatory or of a prison. The almshouse is merely a receptacle of the miserable and helpless, and, in Blockley, there are added hospitals for the physically and mentally ill.
The book tells something of the life and habits of these submerged citizens, and of the experiences and impressions gained by one who went in and out very freely among them in the peculiar and intimate relations of a resident physician. It is a plain, direct statement of things that actually happened, without any attempt to enlarge upon them or to soften the blunt realism. And, between the lines, can be noted the effect of this life and contact upon the journalist.
It is a grim story, not without some touches of a sad humor. But it all happened; and something like unto it has been worked into the life of many a resident physician not alone of Old Blockley, but of any great City Hospital. So the little journal is a small bit of actual history.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a first-hand account of a physician's experiences serving as an intern at the Philadelphia General Hospital. Originally an infirmary housed in various locations, the author focuses on his time spent at the institution's infamous Blockley campus, established in the mid-19th century. The author's diary entries and personal observations offer a poignant, real-life perspective on the harsh realities of urban poverty, the challenges faced by the working class, and the difficult but necessary work of medical professionals in such an environment. The author's vivid portrayal of his interactions with patients from all walks of life highlights the humanity that persists even in the most marginalized communities. The book is a valuable historical document offering insights into the social and medical landscape of the time. It is also a testament to the dedication and compassion of healthcare workers, whose tireless efforts make a profound difference in the lives of those they serve. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331799306_0
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