The Faith Doctor

The Faith Doctor: A Story of New York is a novel written by Edward Eggleston in 1891. The book is set in New York City and tells the story of Dr. John Eggleston, a physician who is also a devout Christian. Dr. Eggleston is a man of great faith and uses his religious beliefs to guide his medical practice.The novel follows Dr. Eggleston as he navigates the challenges of practicing medicine in a city that is plagued by poverty, disease, and corruption. He is often called upon to treat patients who cannot afford to pay for medical care, and he frequently uses his own resources to help those in need.As Dr. Eggleston's reputation as a skilled and compassionate physician grows, he becomes involved in a number of social and political issues. He works to improve the conditions in the city's hospitals and advocates for better healthcare for the poor.Throughout the novel, Dr. Eggleston's faith is put to the test as he faces personal and professional challenges. He must confront his own doubts and fears, as well as the skepticism of those who do not share his beliefs.The Faith Doctor: A Story of New York is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the intersection of faith, medicine, and social justice. It remains a classic work of American literature and an important commentary on the challenges facing society in the late 19th century.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.