The Corner of Harley Street by Sir H. H. Bashford
"The Corner of Harley Street" by Sir H. H. Bashford is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Peter Harding, a physician, as he reflects on his life and practice through a series of letters addressed to various friends and family. The story captures the intersections of personal and professional life, highlighting themes of medicine, human relationships, and the contrast between urban and rural existence. The beginning
of the book introduces Peter Harding as he responds to letters from his friends and family, each revealing snippets of his character, thoughts, and the milieu he inhabits. In these initial letters, he expresses a blend of humor, nostalgia, and insight as he interacts with his loved ones, discussing fishing trips, the challenges of his medical practice, and reflections on youth and age. The writing style is conversational and rich with observations about life, setting the tone for a thoughtful exploration of Harding’s experiences and the complexities of his professional world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bashford, H. H. (Henry Howarth), Sir, 1880-1961 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Corner of Harley Street Being Some Familiar Correspondence of Peter Harding, M.D. |
| Credits |
Produced by Annie McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Physicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39681 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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