| Author |
Allen, Grant, 1848-1899 |
| Contributor |
Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930 |
| Title |
Hilda Wade, a Woman with Tenacity of Purpose
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
"The last chapter of this volume had been roughly sketched by Mr. Allen before his final illness, and his anxiety, when debarred from work, to see it finished, was relieved by the considerate kindness of his friend and neighbour, Dr. Conan Doyle, who, hearing of his trouble, talked it over with him, gathered his ideas, and finally wrote it out for him in the form in which it now appears[....]" --Publishers' note
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| Contents |
The episode of the patient who disappointed her doctor -- The episode of the gentleman who had failed for everything -- The episode of the wife who did her duty -- The episode of the man who would not commit suicide -- The episode of the needle that did not match -- The episode of the letter with the Basingstoke postmark -- The episode of the stone that looked about it -- The episode of the European with the Kaffir heart -- The episode of the lady who was very exclusive -- The episode of the guide who knew the country -- The episode of the officer who understood perfectly -- The episode of the dead man who spoke.
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| Credits |
Produced by Don Lainson; David Widger
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| Summary |
"Hilda Wade, a Woman with Tenacity of Purpose" by Grant Allen is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Hilda Wade, a nurse who is passionately dedicated to her profession and drawn to the revolutionary Professor Sebastian, showcasing themes of ambition, scientific endeavor, and the complexities of human relationships in a medical context. The opening of the novel introduces Hilda Wade and her unique capabilities, particularly her intuitive understanding of patients, which complements the analytical approach of Professor Sebastian, a leading physiologist. As Hilda takes a position at St. Nathaniel's Hospital to be close to Sebastian, it becomes apparent that her motivations may extend beyond mere nursing. The narrative hints at a deeper purpose driving Hilda’s actions, with an interesting dynamic developing between her and the Professor, who is absorbed in his scientific pursuits. The introduction sets the stage for a blend of medical exploration and personal intrigue, as well as challenges the reader to consider the intersection of science and human emotion in the pursuit of knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Nurses -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4903 |
| Release Date |
Jun 6, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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