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The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes - Volume 03: Medical Poems

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes - Volume 03: Medical Poems

Wendell Holmes, Oliver

Paperback

Letters & EssaysGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 9376559398
ISBN13: 9789376559398
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 15 2026
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A hush falls over the ward as the physician-poet bends to his work, his pen capturing the pulse of nineteenth-century medicine with a wit both gentle and incisive. Here, the world of stethoscopes and sickbeds is not merely chronicled, but transformed-each poem a window into the aspirations, anxieties, and ironies of those who heal and are healed. The collection stands as a rare intersection where medical poetry meets the broader sweep of American poetry, offering a unique vantage on the intertwined destinies of science and the soul. These poems, composed by one of the era's most distinctive physician poets, move with striking fluency between the solemn and the satirical. They evoke the daily realities of doctors, the peculiarities of medical practice, and the quiet heroism demanded by the profession. Whether meditating on the bedside confidences of patients or reflecting on the broader questions of life and mortality, the verse pulses with humanity and insight. The language is rich and precise, drawing readers into the peculiar beauty and pathos of medicine in literature, while never losing its sense of humour or compassion. For those drawn to literary works on medicine or the historical textures of American poetry in the nineteenth century, this volume offers a rare blend of clinical observation and lyrical artistry. The poems on medical themes resonate with healthcare professionals and lay readers alike, illuminating the enduring complexities of care, empathy, and the search for meaning in illness and recovery. Each line reveals the depth of understanding that only a physician could bring, yet the artistry ensures these are not merely documents of their time, but works that continue to engage and move. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

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