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Lädt ... Doctor Ferrier. Roman (1968)von Taylor Caldwell
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. Published in 1968, this novel is placed in late 19th Century America. Jonathon Ferrier is an affluent, bright and dedicated young doctor, practicing in an era when medicine was in a period of great transition and even basic practices of sterilization were questioned by many doctors. As the novel unfolds, we learn that Ferrier is preparing to leave the town of Hambledon because of the animosity of local townspeople toward him. Nominally, this hatred stems from the death of his young wife and the widespread belief that, in spite of the fact that he was found innocent in court, he is responsible. In truth, Jonathon's own unbending intractability isin part responsible for the resentment of his friends and neighbors and is compounded by vicious persecution by a handful of men. The story is complex and engaging, flawed only by Caldwell's lengthy and frequent expounding of personal philosophy. The array and complexity of her characters is impressive as is her understanding of human nature. Modern readers may be troubled by some stereotypes and assumptions that are evident in the book but, taken within the context of the time in which it was written, it is an excellent novel and well worth reading. Zeige 2 von 2 keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
Gehört zu VerlagsreihenIst enthalten inThe Collected Novels Volume One: Captains and the Kings, Testimony of Two Men, and The Sound of Thunder von Taylor Caldwell Romance of Atlantis #, This Side of Innocence #, Sound of Thunder #, Captains and Kings #, Arm and the Darkness #, Eagles Gather #, Pillar of Iron #, Great Lion of God #, Beautiful is Banished #, Let Love Come First #, Turnbulls #, Ceremony of the Innocent #, Wide House #, Earth is the Last # , Testimony of Two Men #, Melissa #, Glory and the Lightning #, Answer as a Man #, Never Victorious #, Never Defeated # , Judas # von Taylor Caldwell Prestigeträchtige Auswahlen
A small-town doctor acquitted of murdering his pregnant wife faces new charges in this New York Times bestseller set in the early days of modern medicine.Hambledon, Pennsylvania, is still reeling from the sensational murder trial that shattered the peace of the bucolic hamlet less than a year ago. Dr. Jonathan Ferrier was accused of killing his beautiful young wife after she died following a botched abortion. The scion of a powerful old eastern family, Jonathan hired the best attorneys money could buy. When he was acquitted, many believed he had bought his freedom. Now, he has returned home to sell his practice and move on. But haunted by his wife's death, Jonathan still strives to heal the judgmental people of his divided town.Robert Morgan, a young, idealistic doctor, is determined to make up his own mind about the accused's innocence or guilt. Of one thing he is certain: Jonathan is a good doctor, perhaps even a great one. He is also a man who feels abandoned by God, his church, his family, and his friends. As Jonathan continues to be pilloried by the town, a new series of accusations are leveled at him. Is he a cold-blooded killer who murdered his wife and their unborn child? Or a man unjustly accused and wrongly maligned?Testimony of Two Men explores the evolution of modern medicine and the tireless physicians who are its unsung heroes. Author Taylor Caldwell's bestselling novel touches on faith, religion, and the then-new field of mental health as it tells a mesmerizing tale of desire, betrayal, and love that can destroy or redeem. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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The primary strength of this novel lies in the characterization. The author develops the core ensemble of main characters in depth. Jon is a disillusioned idealist. He is cynical, caustic, angry, outspoken, and, at times, violent, but treats his truly ill patients with the utmost kindness, generosity, and compassion. He is not particularly likeable. Jon’s brother, Harald, is an artist that values materialism and leads a life of conflict avoidance. When Robert arrives, he is naïve and trusting, believing the best of people, but he gradually becomes aware of the existence of powerful people with nefarious plans. Jenny is an object of affection for all three men. She has been the topic of gossip regarding her virtue. Jon and Harald’s mother, Marjorie, is a keeper of a secrets and is trying to protect both sons. The supporting characters are provided enough depth to understand their motives. Some are motivated by money and power; others by honor and justice. These people seem complex and true-to-life.
The narrative transports the reader to the early twentieth century through vivid descriptions of the architecture, interior design, and fashions of the era. Some of these descriptive passages are rather lengthy. The storyline is particularly effective in showing the challenges to those in the medical profession during a time of significant change, highlighting the difficulties in transitioning from traditional to scientific methods in the medical profession. The traditional doctors did not wash their hands between patients, or when delivering babies, and many people died of infection. This is a time when asepsis was becoming the norm but had not yet been adopted by all medical professionals.
The author explores the nature of humankind, good and evil, and whether a person is capable of significant change. It shows the power of words to injure people. Testimony of Two Men uses the evolution of modern medicine as a backdrop for a story about human failings, disillusionment, faith, power, desire, jealousy, love, and betrayal. It is not a traditional romance or mystery, but contains elements of each. It was published in 1968, but the themes are timeless. ( )