The story of a doctor's telephone : told by his wife by Ellen M. Firebaugh
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"The Story of a Doctor's Telephone—Told by His Wife" by Ellen M. Firebaugh is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book offers a glimpse into the life of a doctor and his wife, exploring the impact of the telephone on their daily lives and the peculiar challenges they face, especially during medical emergencies. The story focuses on Mary, the doctor’s wife, as she navigates the complexities and interruptions
that come with being married to a physician in an era when the telephone was a relatively new but essential tool for communication and help. The opening of the narrative paints a vivid picture of the dynamics within the doctor’s household, highlighting the profound effect the telephone has on their lives. It portrays Mary’s humorous frustrations with the constant ringing intervening in her daily routines, the confusion of multiple phone lines, and the peculiarities of medical calls that disrupt their peace. Through Mary’s soliloquy and her interactions with her husband, the reader is introduced to their relationship and the nuances of managing their domestic life alongside the demands of the doctor’s profession. The tone blends humor with a touch of poignant realism, promising an exploration of family life, societal expectations, and the challenges that arise when personal and professional lives collide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Firebaugh, Ellen M., 1858-1946 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12008474 |
| Title | The story of a doctor's telephone : told by his wife |
| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | R: Medicine |
| Subject | Wit and humor |
| Subject | Physicians -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38752 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-38752-9 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 437 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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