Description: ""Speaking of Operations"" is a book written by Irvin S. Cobb that offers a humorous and insightful look at the world of surgery. Cobb, a journalist and humorist, draws on his own experiences as a patient and as an observer of the medical profession to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the often-misunderstood world of surgery. The book is divided into chapters that cover a range of topics, from the history of surgery to the role of the anesthetist, and from the importance of bedside manner to the challenges of performing surgery in wartime. Throughout the book, Cobb uses his trademark wit and humor to shed light on the serious and sometimes daunting world of surgery, making it accessible and entertaining for readers of all backgrounds. Whether you are a medical professional, a patient, or simply someone interested in the world of medicine, ""Speaking of Operations"" is a must-read book that will leave you both informed and entertained.1915. American humorist and newspaper columnist for The Saturday Evening Post and Cosmopolitan. He is best known for his Judge Priest stories. Speaking of Operations is a monologue about the author's experience in having an operation in 1915 written in his typical tongue-in-cheek style. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
