Red Pepper's Patients : With an Account of Anne Linton's Case in Particular

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Richmond, Grace S. (Grace Smith), 1866-1959.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Red Pepper's Patients" by Grace S. Richmond is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Dr. Redfield Pepper Burns, a compassionate and dedicated village doctor, as he navigates the complexities of his medical practice and personal life. Central to the narrative are various patients, including a destitute Hungarian musician and a young woman named Anne Linton, each presenting unique challenges that call upon the doctor's skills and emotional resilience. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the bustling atmosphere of Dr. Burns's office, filled with a diverse mix of patients awaiting his attention. Among them, a young girl with burn bandages offers a glimpse into the doctor's caring nature, as does his tumultuous friendship with Gardner Coolidge, who seeks personal advice while dealing with marital issues. The story sets the stage for deeper explorations of relationships, both professional and personal, highlighting themes of compassion, healing, and the human condition, as Dr. Burns balances the demands of his medical duties with the nuances of his life at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Irma Spehar, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2005-06-23