Title
The Strange Case Of Dr. Couney: How A Mysterious European Showman Saved Thousands Of American Babies
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
A Mosaic Mystery Told In Vignettes, Cliffhangers, Curious Asides, And Some Surreal Plot Twists As Raffel Investigates The Secrets Of The Man Who Changed Infant Care In America.Npr, 2018'S Great Readswhat Kind Of Doctor Puts His Patients On Display? This Is The Spellbinding Tale Of A Mysterious Coney Island Doctor Who Revolutionized Neonatal Care More Than One Hundred Years Ago And Saved Some Seven Thousand Babies. Dr. Martin Couney'S Story Is A Kaleidoscopic Ride Through The Intersection Of Ebullient Entrepreneurship, Enlightened Pediatric Care, And The Wild Culture Of World'S Fairs At The Beginning Of The American Century.As Dawn Raffel Recounts, Dr. Couney Used Incubators And Careful Nursing To Keep Previously Doomed Infants Alive, While Displaying These Babies Alongside Sword Swallowers, Bearded Ladies, And Burlesque Shows At Coney Island, Atlantic City, And Venues Across The Nation. How This Turnofthetwentiethcentury Migr Became The Savior To Families With Premature Infantsknown Then As Weaklingsas He Ignored The Scorn Of The Medical Establishment And Fought The Rising Popularity Of Eugenics Is One Of The Most Astounding Stories Of Modern Medicine. Dr. Couney, For All His Entrepreneurial Gusto, Is A Surprisingly Appealing Character, Someone Who Genuinely Cared For The Wellbeing Of His Tiny Patients. But He Had Something To Hide...Drawing On Historical Documents, Original Reportage, And Interviews With Surviving Patients, Dawn Raffel Tells The Marvelously Eccentric Story Of Couney'S Mysterious Carnival Career, His Largerthanlife Personality, And His Unprecedented Success As The Savior Of The Fragile Wonders That Are Tiny, Tiny Babies.A New York Times Book Review New & Noteworthy Titlea Real Simple Best Book Of 2018Christopher Awardwinner
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Couney'? A: The book explores the life and contributions of Dr. Martin Couney, a European showman who revolutionized neonatal care in America by using incubators to save premature infants, while showcasing them at amusement venues.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Couney' is Dawn Raffel.
- Q: When was 'The Strange Case of Dr. Couney' published? A: The book was published on July 31, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Couney'? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for historical research? A: Yes, the book draws on historical documents, original reportage, and interviews, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of neonatal care and medicine.
- Q: What accolades has the book received? A: The book has been recognized as a New York Times Book Review New & Noteworthy Title and a Real Simple Best Book of 2018, and it is a Christopher Award-winner.
- Q: What kind of stories does the book include? A: The book includes a mix of vignettes, cliffhangers, and surreal plot twists that recount Dr. Couney's life and his impact on infant care.
- Q: Is there any information about the medical practices of Dr. Couney? A: Yes, the book details how Dr. Couney used incubators and careful nursing to keep premature infants alive, despite facing criticism from the medical establishment.
- Q: What makes Dr. Couney a unique character in medical history? A: Dr. Couney is unique for combining his showman persona with genuine care for his patients, showcasing infants alongside entertainment acts while advocating for their health and survival.