The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences by Frederick Treves
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"The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences" by Sir Frederick Treves is a collection of memoirs written in the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on Treves' experiences as a surgeon and his interactions with patients, including the well-known case of John Merrick, the Elephant Man. It provides an insightful look into the life of a man who, despite his devastating physical deformities and societal exclusion, displayed remarkable intelligence and sensitivity. The
opening of the book introduces readers to the disturbing and poignant encounter between Treves and John Merrick in 1884, showcasing the gruesome reality of Merrick's condition as he was displayed as a sideshow exhibit. Treves recounts his initial discovery of Merrick, who was shunned by society and living in horrifying conditions. He describes Merrick's grotesque physical appearance, his early misconceptions about Merrick's intelligence, and the tragic circumstances that brought the young man to Treves’ attention. This poignant narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Merrick’s struggles, humanity, and eventual shelter in a hospital, paving the way for a heartwarming and tragic story about suffering, dignity, and the quest for acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Treves, Frederick, 1853-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 24000703 |
| Title | The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences |
| Contents | The Elephant Man -- The old receiving room -- The twenty-krone piece -- A cure for nerves -- Two women -- A sea lover -- A case of "heart failure" -- A restless night -- In articulo mortis -- The idol with hands of clay -- Breaking the news -- A question of hats. |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Tonsing and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | R: Medicine |
| Subject | Physicians -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59865 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 842 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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