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Letters From A Mourning City
Naples, Autumn, 1884 (1887)
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Set against the backdrop of a cholera epidemic in 1884 Naples, this collection of letters by Axel Munthe offers a poignant glimpse into a city grappling with loss and suffering. As a Swedish physician, Munthe chronicles the devastation and the tireless efforts of medical staff, while also capturing the enduring beauty and culture of Naples. His empathetic writing reflects a deep compassion for the people, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit amidst tragedy. This work serves as a valuable historical account of both Naples and the medical challenges of the time.
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Letters From A Mourning City, Axel Munthe
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- 2009
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- Title
- Letters From A Mourning City
- Subtitle
- Naples, Autumn, 1884 (1887)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Axel Munthe
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 300
- ISBN13
- 9781104140854
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of a cholera epidemic in 1884 Naples, this collection of letters by Axel Munthe offers a poignant glimpse into a city grappling with loss and suffering. As a Swedish physician, Munthe chronicles the devastation and the tireless efforts of medical staff, while also capturing the enduring beauty and culture of Naples. His empathetic writing reflects a deep compassion for the people, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit amidst tragedy. This work serves as a valuable historical account of both Naples and the medical challenges of the time.