The Funny Side of Physic

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The Funny Side of Physic

by Addison Darre Crabtre

EN·~19 hours

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Description

Blending wit with rigorous investigation, this work takes listeners on a lively tour through the long‑standing battle between genuine physicians and the countless charlatans who have plagued the field. Filled with colorful anecdotes from centuries‑old apothecaries, traveling “doctors,” and self‑styled healers, the narrative exposes the tricks, false cures, and outrageous claims that have fooled patients across cultures. The author’s sharp humor shines even as he catalogues the grim realities of poisonous concoctions and dubious remedies sold at extravagant prices.

Beyond the entertaining exposé, the book offers clear, timeless guidance for spotting reliable medical advice and protecting one’s health. Listeners of any age will find practical tips drawn from two decades of clinical experience, helping them separate fact from fraud and encouraging a more informed, skeptical approach to health care.

Details

Full title

The Funny Side of Physic Or, The Mysteries of Medicine, Presenting the Humorous and Serious Sides of Medical Practice. An Exposé of Medical Humbugs, Quacks, and Charlatans in All Ages and All Countries.

Language

en

Duration

~19 hours (1126K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)

Release date

2012-12-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Addison Darre Crabtre

A 19th-century physician-writer with a playful streak, he is remembered for turning medical life into sharp, humorous storytelling. His best-known work, published in 1872, mixes satire, anecdotes, and observations about doctors and patients.

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