Kiara, diamant écorché par le sang. Vol. 3

Hazel Diaz

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Dr. North And His Friends is a novel written by S. Weir Mitchell. The story revolves around Dr. North, a renowned physician, and his group of friends who gather regularly to discuss various topics of interest. The novel is set in the late 19th century in Philadelphia, USA.The book begins with the introduction of Dr. North, who is known for his exceptional medical skills and his compassionate nature. He is a widower and lives with his daughter, Ruth, who is engaged to be married to a young doctor named Dr. Grant. Dr. North's friends include a lawyer, a banker, a scientist, and a writer. They gather at Dr. North's home every week to discuss various topics such as science, literature, and politics.As the story progresses, the reader is introduced to each of Dr. North's friends and their personal lives. The lawyer, Mr. Gray, is dealing with a difficult case, while the banker, Mr. Vanhorn, is struggling with his finances. The scientist, Dr. Wilson, is conducting research on a new drug, and the writer, Mr. Hendricks, is struggling to finish his latest book.The novel takes a dramatic turn when Dr. North is called to attend to a young girl who has been injured in an accident. He discovers that the girl is the daughter of a former patient who had died in his care. Dr. North feels responsible for the girl's injuries and takes her under his wing, much to the displeasure of his friends.The rest of the novel follows the lives of Dr. North and his friends as they navigate their personal and professional lives. The book explores themes such as friendship, responsibility, and loyalty. It is a heartwarming story that offers a glimpse into life in the late 19th century.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.

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