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The Youngest Science: Notes Of A Medicinewatcher (Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Series)-used
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From The 1920S When He Watched His Father, A General Practitioner Who Made Housecalls And Wrote His Prescriptions In Latin, To His Days In Medical School And Beyond, Lewis Thomas Saw Medicine Evolve From An Art Into A Sophisticated Science. The Youngest Science Is Dr. Thomas'S Account Of His Life In The Medical Profession And An Inquiry Into What Medicine Is All Aboutthe Youngest Science, But One Rich In Possibility And Promise.He Chronicles His Training In Boston And New York, His War Career In The South Pacific, His Most Impassioned Research Projects, His Work As An Administrator In Hospitals And Medical Schools, And Even His Experiences As A Patient. Along The Way, Thomas Explores The Complex Relationships Between Research And Practice, Between Words And Meanings, Between Human Error And Human Accomplishment, More Than A Magnificent Autobiography, The Youngest Science Is Also A Celebration And A Warningabout The Nature Of Medicine And About The Future Life Of Our Planet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Youngest Science'? A: The main theme of 'The Youngest Science' is the evolution of medicine from an art to a science, as explored through Dr. Lewis Thomas's personal experiences in the medical profession.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Youngest Science'? A: 'The Youngest Science' is authored by Lewis Thomas, a prominent physician and writer.
- Q: When was 'The Youngest Science' published? A: 'The Youngest Science' was published on May 1, 1995.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Youngest Science'? A: 'The Youngest Science' contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What genre does 'The Youngest Science' belong to? A: 'The Youngest Science' is categorized under the medical genre.
- Q: Is 'The Youngest Science' an autobiography? A: 'The Youngest Science' is more than an autobiography; it also serves as an inquiry into the nature of medicine.
- Q: Does this book include any specific medical practices or anecdotes? A: Yes, the book includes anecdotes from Dr. Thomas's training, war career, and experiences as a patient, shedding light on various medical practices.
- Q: What insights does Dr. Thomas provide about the future of medicine? A: Dr. Thomas explores the complexities of medicine and warns about its future, emphasizing the need for balance between research and practice.