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100 1 _aPeabody, Robert Swain,
_d1845-1917
245 1 0 _aHospital Sketches
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-02-15
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Hospital Sketches" by Robert Swain Peabody is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the experiences and observations of the author while confined in a hospital, likely capturing the essence of hospital life during a time of significant medical advancement. The overarching topic centers around the emotional and spiritual dimensions of patient care, especially examining the interplay of pain, healing, and the environment within a hospital setting. The content of "Hospital Sketches" is primarily narrative-based, drawing upon Peabody's personal insights while he recovered at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. The author juxtaposes the disciplined, altruistic atmosphere of modern hospitals with the historical context of medieval monasteries, illustrating the dedication of medical staff. Through a series of sketches, he vividly depicts his surroundings and the diverse personalities of patients and caregivers. The writing also reflects on broader themes such as the nature of suffering, the search for meaning, and the impact of community spirit on recovery. Overall, Peabody's work offers a poignant meditation on healing and human connection amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aQuotations
653 _aImaginary places -- Drawings
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35289
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