S. Weir Mitchell

Little Stories

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Produktbeschreibung

Little Stories by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of short stories that were originally published in the late 1800s. The stories are set in various locations and explore different themes, including love, loss, and the supernatural. Some of the stories are light-hearted and humorous, while others are more serious and poignant. The characters in the stories are diverse and range from young children to elderly adults. Mitchell's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he has a talent for creating vivid and memorable characters. Overall, Little Stories is a charming and entertaining collection that will appeal to readers who enjoy classic literature and short fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 120
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. August 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 187g
• ISBN-13: 9780548398333
• ISBN-10: 054839833X
• Artikelnr.: 23293666

Autorenporträt

S. Weir Mitchell (1829 1914) was a prominent American physician, neurologist, and writer, known for his pioneering work in medicine and his contributions to literature. He is most famous for his exploration of the psychological and physical dimensions of nervous disorders and his treatment methods, particularly his work on neurasthenia. Mitchell's medical background heavily influenced his writing, and many of his works deal with themes of mental and physical illness, the doctor-patient relationship, and the complexities of medical practice. His work -"The Rest Cure" included medical case studies, his famous treatment for neurasthenia. "Doctor and Patient" is a short story that delves into the psychological and ethical complexities of the relationship between a doctor and their patient. S. Weir Mitchell left a significant legacy in both the medical and literary worlds. His medical work, particularly his writings on nervous conditions and treatment, was widely influential in the 19th and early 20th centuries.