To See with a Better Eye

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The biography delves into the life of René Laennec, renowned for inventing the stethoscope, by utilizing an extensive array of primary sources, such as patient records and personal letters. Jacalyn Duffin places Laennec within the dynamic social and intellectual landscape of post-Revolutionary France, revealing him as a multifaceted individual who engaged with the significant transformations of his era. This exploration transcends the myths surrounding him, offering a nuanced portrait of the scientist and educator.