ISBN 9780593097786
Rs. 800
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Man's 4th Best Hospital
Who it's for: Fans of 'The House of God' and readers interested in medical satire
In 'Man's 4th Best Hospital,' Samuel Shem revisits the characters from his seminal novel, 'The House of God.' Decades after their internships, Dr. Roy Basch and his former cohorts reunite under the enigmatic guidance of the Fat Man. Their mission: to restore humanity and compassion to a medical system increasingly dominated by technology and driven by profit, within the ironically named 'Man's 4th Best Hospital.'Why You Should Read? Explores the complex evolution of the healthcare industry and medical practice over three decades. Continues the compelling narrative and iconic characters from the bestselling 'The House of God.' Offers a poignant, satirical, and often humorous critique of modern medicine and its challenges. Highlights the enduring struggle to prioritize patient care and human connection in a technocratic world.
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- Sequel to the seminal novel 'The House of God'
- Reunites Dr. Roy Basch and the Fat Man decades later
- Satirical critique of modern, tech-driven medicine
- Explores healthcare evolution over three decades
- Focuses on restoring compassion in medical practice
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Is this a sequel to 'The House of God'?
Yes, it revisits characters from Samuel Shem's earlier novel, including Dr. Roy Basch and the Fat Man.
What is the main plot?
Decades after their internships, the characters reunite to bring humanity and compassion back to a medical system dominated by technology and profit, at a hospital ironically named 'Man's 4th Best Hospital.'
What themes does the book explore?
It critiques modern medicine, highlighting the struggle to prioritize patient care and human connection in a technocratic, profit-driven world.
Is the book humorous?
Yes, it offers a satirical and often humorous critique of modern medicine, consistent with the author's style.