The Doctor's Dilemma V1 (1873)

By Hesba Stretton

Book Overview

""The Doctor's Dilemma"" is a novel written by Hesba Stretton and published in 1873. The story revolves around Dr. Harold Gwynne, a young and ambitious doctor who is determined to make a name for himself in the medical profession. However, his dedication to his work is tested when he falls in love with a young woman named Edith Vaughan. Edith is suffering from a serious illness, and Harold is torn between his desire to cure her and his fear of losing her.As the story unfolds, Harold must navigate a series of difficult ethical dilemmas. He is forced to make difficult decisions about the treatment of his patients, and he must also confront his own limitations as a doctor. Along the way, he is supported by a cast of memorable characters, including his mentor Dr. Arnold, his friend and fellow doctor Dr. Grey, and his loyal servant Mary.""The Doctor's Dilemma"" is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, duty, and the ethics of medicine. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the human condition.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437315119
• ISBN13: 9781437315110
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"