| Arrowsmith (H B J Modern Classic) |  | Author: Sinclair Lewis
Publisher: Harcourt
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 3406669
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 486
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5.5 x 1
ISBN: 0151082162
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.52
EAN: 9780151082162
ASIN: 0151082162
Publication Date: December 1990
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As the son and grandson of physicians, Sinclair Lewis had a store of experiences and imparted knowledge to draw upon for Arrowsmith.Published in 1925, after three years of anticipation, the book follows the life of Martin Arrowsmith, a rather ordinary fellow who gets his first taste of medicine at 14 as an assistant to the drunken physician in his home town. It is Leora Tozer who makes Martin's life extraordinary. With vitality and love, she urges him beyond the confines of the mundane to risk answering his true calling as a scientist and researcher. Not even her tragic death can extinguish her spirit or her impact on Martin's life.
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Martin Arrowsmith is a physician who is a seeker of truth after he is forced to give up successive jobs.
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 Sinclair Lewis Classic October 8, 2008
Arrowsmith is the story of a young man who constantly tries to find himself and his place in the world. He wants to study medicine and devote himself to research, but life forces him to make many different choices. It is evocative of the 1920's and was awarded the Pulitzer prize, but Lewis did not accept the award.
First-rate fiction July 6, 2008
As a biomedical researcher, I identify with Martin Arrowsmith so my review may be a bit biased. As a writer, Lewis is first-rate. Most of the novel (up until the climax; you'll know it when you get to it) is very tightly plotted and quite gripping. I first read it over 30 years ago and I re-read it yesterday; it speaks to me now as then and is one of my favorite novels containing one of my favorite lines: Professor Gottlieb's description of organic vs physical chemistry, which I agree with. Why Lewis refused to accept the Pulitzer for it astounds me to this day. Should be required reading for grad students.
Arrowsmith hits the mark January 27, 2008
I picked up this book by chance in an airport bookstore. After reading the first section about Arrowsmith's great-grandmother and her determination to go west, I was hooked. The writing is crisp, the satire is sharp, and the characters are as alive as any on paper. Martin Arrowsmith has his weaknesses and waverings, but his resolute pursuit of his goals is inspiring; like his wife Leora, you're willing to follow him anywhere. This novel will be particularly interesting to those in the fields of science and medicine. But, to quote Martin, if you have ever wanted to be "anything but a machine for digestion and propagation and obedience," you will find something in his character and adventures that will push you to live with greater purpose.
Must read for anyone who aspires to become something in life! December 31, 2007
Great story of young idealism and enthusiasm in struggle with bigotry, backwardness. Despite being set in its time and social circumstances, remains timeless. Highly recommended for those who aspire to become doctors, especially for those choosing academic and scientific careers. For others it is lasting reminder that to achieve something great in life one has to pay the price, that there are not only rewards.
worth reading December 13, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I'm surprised to see so many less than stellar reviews of this book, because I really enjoyed it. Those who like tales of the early discoveries in classical microbiology, told with excitement as in Paul de Kruif's Microbe Hunters, will find plenty to love in these albeit fictional chapters. While the story can really get you excited about science, it also shows that, no matter how well-intentioned and important one's work may be, there can be exorbitant costs associated with too much passion for it. Good lessons for anyone contemplating in a career in science, which can easily consume too much of one's life, in my opinion. Beyond this, I throroghly enjoyed the characters, humor and description of the places and times. This is a book that is well worth reading.
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