CONFESSIO MEDICI 



Cloth, i2mo, $1.25 net 



" A number of exquisite and philosophical essays on the medical art 

 in its broadest aspects, apparently pervaded by a realization of what the 

 science of medicine might be and how far it falls short of its ideals. 

 . . . These essays are delightful to read. They are wise and shrewd, 

 instinct with a knowledge of human nature, with benevolence and with 

 a humility that recognizes its own shortcomings rather than its own at- 

 tainments." Argonaut, 



" The book abounds in amiable prejudices stated with candour and 

 argued with ingenuity. It is written in many moods, sentimental, 

 practical, reflective and pugnacious, and in a style that is brisk, senten- 

 tious, always readable." The Bookman. 



" To the few but exceedingly precious classics of literature having 

 medical men as their authors has now to be added this small book with 

 an alluring title. Unfortunately the book is anonymous, but its author's 

 name should be in the select list which includes those of Sir Thomas 

 Browne and Dr. John Brown." Boston Herald. 



" It remains only to say as emphatically as possible that every one 

 who knows the intellectual refreshment of clear, unconventional thought 

 expressed with insight and wit will give this anonymous writer a cordial 

 welcome." The Outlook. ; 



For its spirit even more than its content ; for its wise 

 common sense, and uncommon wit ; it is a rare book 

 to put into the hands of any man just beginning the 

 practice of a profession. A doctor cannot afford to 

 miss it, but one need not be a doctor to enjoy its hu- 

 man, delightful charm. 



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