The Company Doctor: An American Story (1895)

The Company Doctor: An American Story is a novel written by Henry Edward Rood in 1895. The book tells the story of Dr. John Farnham, a physician who works for a large corporation in the late 19th century. Farnham is a dedicated doctor who is committed to providing the best care possible to his patients, but he must also navigate the complex politics of working for a powerful company.As Farnham struggles to balance his medical duties with the demands of the company, he becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts and ethical dilemmas. Along the way, he must confront issues such as worker exploitation, corporate greed, and the limits of his own power as a physician.Written during a time of rapid industrialization and social change in America, The Company Doctor offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex relationships between doctors, corporations, and workers in the late 19th century. With its vivid characters, gripping plot, and incisive social commentary, this novel remains a powerful and thought-provoking work of American literature.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.