Elegant, suggestive, and clarifying, Lewis Thomas's profoundly humane vision explores the world around us and examines the complex interdependence of all things. Extending beyond the usual limitations of biological science and into a vast and wondrous world of hidden relationships, this provocative book explores in personal, poetic essays to topics such as computers, germs, language, music, death, insects, and medicine. Lewis Thomas writes, "Once you have become permanently startled, as I ...

**A Pulitzer Prize FinalistIn this captivating exploration of the natural world, acclaimed author Lewis Thomas takes readers on a compelling journey into the intricacies of life and mortality.**The medusa is a tiny jellyfish that lives on the ventral surface of a sea slug found in the Bay of Naples. Readers will find themselves caught up in the fate of the medusa and the snail as a metaphor for eternal issues of life and death as Lewis Thomas further extends the exploration...

This original and lucid account of the complexities of love and its essential role in human well-being draws on the latest scientific research. Three eminent psychiatrists tackle the difficult task of reconciling what artists and thinkers have known for thousands of years about the human heart with what has only recently been learned about the primitive functions of the human brain.A General Theory of Love demonstrates that our nervous systems are not self-contained: from ...

An engrossing account of the professional life of medical pioneer, poet, and philosopher Lewis Thoams.From the 1920s when he watched his father, a general practitioner who made housecalls and wrote his prescriptions in Latin, to his days in medical school and beyond, Lewis Thomas saw medicine evolve from an art into a sophisticated science. The Youngest Science is Dr. Thomas's account of his life in the medical profession and an inquiry into what medicine ...

"Excellent" poetry and prose about physicians and their patients, by Raymond Carver, Kay Redfield Jamison, Rachel Naomi Remen, and more ( Library Journal).A Life in Medicine collects stories, poems, and essays by and for those in the healing profession, who are struggling to keep up with the science while staying true to the humanitarian goals at the heart of their work. Organized around the central themes of altruism, knowledge, skill, and duty, ...

This magnificent collection of essays by scientist and National Book Award-winning writer Lewis Thomas remains startlingly relevant for today’s world. Luminous, witty, and provocative, the essays address such topics as “The Attic of the Brain,” “Falsity and Failure,” “Altruism,” and the effects the federal government’s virtual abandonment of support for basic scientific research will have on medicine and science.Profoundly and powerfully, Thomas questions the folly of nuclear weapo...

The Complete Works of James Lewis ThomasThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - Hero Tales and Legends of the Rhine2 - Legends & Romances of Brittany3 - Legenden en Romances van Spanje4 - The Mythologies of Ancient Mexico and Peru5 - Legends & Romances of Spain6 - The Myths of the North American Indians7 - Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt8 - An Introduction to Mythology9 - M...

"Rules and Directions for the Employment of Injections in Various Diseases" by Thomas Lewis is a comprehensive guide that explores the therapeutic use of injections in medical practice. The book delves into various diseases and conditions, providing detailed instructions on the administration of injections as a treatment modality. Lewis emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying pathology and the specific requirements for effective injection therapy, making it a valuable res...

In "Rules and Directions for the Employment of Injections in Various Diseases," Thomas Lewis meticulously navigates the intricate landscape of medical injections in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for practitioners, detailing techniques, methodologies, and therapeutic applications of injections across a spectrum of illnesses. Lewis's prose is precise and clinical, reflecting the burgeoning scientific rigor of his time, while also addressing the practical ne...

In "Rules and Directions for the Employment of Injections in Various Diseases," Thomas Lewis presents a comprehensive examination of the therapeutic use of injections in medical practice during the 19th century. The book is characterized by its meticulous detail and methodical approach, combining empirical observations with emerging medical theories of the time. Lewis employs a clear, didactic style aimed at both physicians and medical students, making complex information accessible. The c...

In School Counseling: The Path to Success, Dr. Wladimir Lewis-Thomas shares his transformative journey from a young immigrant struggling in an unfamiliar school system to a respected leader in school counseling. Drawing on 32 years of experience in the public school system, Dr. Lewis-Thomas reflects on the power of school counseling in shaping the lives of students-beyond academics, fostering their emotional, social, and personal growth. Through his personal anecdotes, combined wi...

In School Counseling: The Path to Success, Dr. Wladimir Lewis-Thomas shares his transformative journey from a young immigrant struggling in an unfamiliar school system to a respected leader in school counseling. Drawing on 32 years of experience in the public school system, Dr. Lewis-Thomas reflects on the power of school counseling in shaping the lives of students—beyond academics, fostering their emotional, social, and personal growth. Through his personal anecdotes, combined wi...