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The Doctor's Dilemma
EAN : 9791041996353
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041996353
Paru le : 13 avr. 2024
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- EAN13 : 9791041996353
- Réf. fournisseur : 345012
- Date Parution : 13 avr. 2024
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 76
- Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:5 mm
- Poids : 135gr
- Résumé : "The Doctor's Dilemma" by George Bernard Shaw is a thought-provoking play that delves into the ethical complexities faced by medical professionals. Set in the early 20th century, the narrative revolves around Sir Colenso Ridgeon, a doctor who has recently been knighted for his contributions to medical science, particularly his discovery related to tuberculosis treatment. The play opens with Ridgeon grappling with the limitations of his resources, as he can only treat a limited number of patients with his new method. This scarcity forces him to make difficult decisions about who is worthy of treatment, raising questions about the value of human life and the criteria used to make such judgments. The plot thickens when Mrs. Dubedat, a charming and desperate woman, pleads with Ridgeon to save her husband, Louis Dubedat, a talented but morally questionable artist suffering from tuberculosis. Ridgeon is torn between his professional duty and personal feelings, as he is both captivated by Mrs. Dubedat's appeal and repelled by her husband's character. The play explores themes of medical ethics, the responsibilities of doctors, and the subjective nature of human worth. Shaw uses the characters of Ridgeon's colleagues, including the pragmatic Sir Patrick Cullen, the flamboyant Sir Ralph Bloomfield Bonington, and the ambitious Cutler Walpole, to highlight different perspectives within the medical community. Through sharp dialogue and satirical wit, Shaw critiques the medical profession and societal values, ultimately leaving the audience to ponder the moral dilemmas inherent in life-and-death decisions.
