This fascinating speech by Rudyard Kipling offers a unique glimpse into the world of medicine in early 20th-century England. Kipling draws on his own experiences as a patient and an observer to offer insights into the challenges and rewards of a career in medicine. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the writings of Rudyard Kipling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.