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Title: Man's Redemption of Man: A Lay Sermon
Note: Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Man's Redemption of Man: A Lay Sermon" by Sir William Osler is a medical address delivered in the early 20th century, specifically in 1910. This profound publication serves as a lay sermon addressing the relationship between humanity, suffering, and the advances made in medicine and science towards alleviating physical afflictions. Osler's work reflects on the complex interplay of hope and despair in the human experience while emphasizing the transformative power of scientific progress in healthcare. In this sermon, Osler discusses the historical context of human suffering, the evolution of medical knowledge, and the eventual triumphs achieved through scientific inquiry. He highlights key advancements, such as anesthesia, antiseptic techniques, and vaccinations, which have revolutionized medicine and drastically reduced suffering and mortality from infectious diseases. By invoking poignant imagery and philosophical reflections, he illustrates how humanity's pursuit of knowledge and compassion has resulted in a new hope for a healthier future. Ultimately, Osler calls for sustained commitment to public health and moral responsibility, urging the audience to engage actively in the effort to eradicate disease and improve the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Osler, William, Sir, 1849-1919
EBook No.: 36926
Published: Jul 31, 2011
Downloads: 86
Language: English
Subject: Medicine
LoCC: Medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Man's Redemption of Man: A Lay Sermon
Note: Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Man's Redemption of Man: A Lay Sermon" by Sir William Osler is a medical address delivered in the early 20th century, specifically in 1910. This profound publication serves as a lay sermon addressing the relationship between humanity, suffering, and the advances made in medicine and science towards alleviating physical afflictions. Osler's work reflects on the complex interplay of hope and despair in the human experience while emphasizing the transformative power of scientific progress in healthcare. In this sermon, Osler discusses the historical context of human suffering, the evolution of medical knowledge, and the eventual triumphs achieved through scientific inquiry. He highlights key advancements, such as anesthesia, antiseptic techniques, and vaccinations, which have revolutionized medicine and drastically reduced suffering and mortality from infectious diseases. By invoking poignant imagery and philosophical reflections, he illustrates how humanity's pursuit of knowledge and compassion has resulted in a new hope for a healthier future. Ultimately, Osler calls for sustained commitment to public health and moral responsibility, urging the audience to engage actively in the effort to eradicate disease and improve the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Osler, William, Sir, 1849-1919
EBook No.: 36926
Published: Jul 31, 2011
Downloads: 86
Language: English
Subject: Medicine
LoCC: Medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.