Publisher's Synopsis
The Doctor's Dilemma is a play written by the renowned playwright George Bernard Shaw, first published in 1906. It is a tragicomedy that explores the ethical and moral dilemmas faced by doctors in the early 20th century. The play revolves around a young artist named Louis Dubedat, who has contracted tuberculosis and is being treated by a group of doctors. One of the doctors, Sir Colenso Ridgeon, discovers that Dubedat is having an affair with his wife, Jennifer. Ridgeon is faced with a difficult decision: whether to save Dubedat's life, which would allow him to continue his affair with Jennifer, or to let him die and save the lives of other patients who are in more desperate need of treatment. As the play progresses, Ridgeon is forced to confront his own morality and the consequences of his actions. The Doctor's Dilemma is a thought-provoking and complex play that raises important questions about the role of doctors in society and the ethical dilemmas they face. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of George Bernard Shaw or the history of medicine.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.
