Dr. Paull's Theory: A Romance: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Dr. Paull's Theory: A Romance is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Diehl, Alice M. (Alice Mangold) (1844–1912).
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"Dr. Paull's Theory: A Romance" by Alice M. Diehl is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Hugh Paull, a house-surgeon at a city hospital, who encounters a life-altering incident when he treats Sir Roderick Pym, an important figure who has suffered a serious accident. As the narrative unfolds, themes of medical ethics, human connection, and personal struggle are explored through Hugh's experiences and the relationships he forms with those around him, particularly with Sir Roderick and his daughter Lilia. At the start of the novel, Hugh Paull is deep in his work at the hospital when he receives news of a new patient, Sir Roderick Pym, who has sustained a concussion from a carriage accident. As Hugh treats Sir Roderick, he becomes intrigued by the old man's complex character, which is further developed through their conversations. Hugh also finds himself contemplating the delicate dynamics of Sir Roderick's family, especially when he meets Lilia, Sir Roderick's daughter, who has grown up in a secluded environment. The opening chapters set a foundation for themes of fate, personal ambition, and the impact of one’s past, hinting at the deeper emotional and psychological connections that will unfold as the story progresses.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Dr. Paull's Theory: A Romance
- Author credits: Diehl, Alice M. (Alice Mangold) (1844–1912)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Physicians -- Fiction
- Reincarnation -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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