Gavin Francis je autorem, který nachází inspiraci v propojení místa a lidských příběhů. Jeho psaní se zabývá tím, jak prostředí formuje životy lidí a jejich vyprávění, a proniká hluboko do krajiny mysli i fyzického terénu. Své úvahy často čerpá z rozsáhlého cestování, které ho zavedlo na všechny kontinenty, a z jeho profese lékaře. Francisův literární styl se vyznačuje elegancí a půvabem, často se zabývá historií a tím, jak jsou místa a jejich okolí vnímána a představována.
Exploring the concept of connection, this book delves into the significance of bridges as symbols of unity in a world focused on division. It highlights how these structures facilitate the movement of goods, people, and ideas, transforming lives and economies. Additionally, it draws parallels between physical bridges and the connections formed through language and conversation, emphasizing their role in fostering understanding and communication between individuals.
Shortlisted for a prestigious award, this book captivates readers with its compelling narrative and rich character development. It explores themes of resilience, identity, and the human experience, drawing readers into a world that is both relatable and thought-provoking. The author’s unique storytelling style and vivid prose create an immersive experience, making it a standout choice for those seeking depth and emotional resonance in their reading.
This book upends our understanding of international relations, and the grand strategies needed to navigate a complex, dangerous world, by describing how the world has transitioned from the problems of scarcity to the problems of plenty.
"Sir Thomas Browne (1605-1682) was an English physician, wordsmith, and polymath who contributed hundreds of words to the English language (such as medical, electricity, migrant, and computer). After studying medicine in Montpellier, Padua and Leiden he settled in Norwich, where he practised as a doctor and wrote some of the greatest books of the seventeenth century, still read for their accessibility and eloquence. Religio Medici ('Religion of the Doctor') examined the vexed question of faith in a God who, to a physician, seemed indifferent to suffering. Pseudodoxia Epidemica ('Vulgar Errors') gave free rein to an agile curiosity and sought to debunk notions then commonly believed, such as that dead kingfishers indicate the direction of the wind, or that a woman could get pregnant from sharing a bath with a man"-- Provided by publisher.
Britain's health service is dying. Gavin Francis shows us why we should fight for it. Since its birth in 1948, the powers that be have chipped away at the NHS. Now, Britain's best-loved institution is under greater threat than ever, besieged by a deadly combination of underfunding, understaffing and the predatory private sector. In the wake of the pandemic, we have come to accept a 'new normal' of permanent crisis and years-long waiting lists. But, as Gavin Francis reveals in this short, vital book- it doesn't have to be this way, and until recently, it wasn't. Drawing on the history of the NHS as well as his own experience as a GP, he introduces us to the inner workings of an institution that has never been perfect but which transformed the lives and health of millions, for free - and which has never been more important. For those who believe in the future of the NHS and its founding principles, this is essential reading from the bestselling author of Recovery and Intensive Care.
A short, uplifting account of hope and healing by the author of Adventures in Human Being.
On the pandemic's forgotten front lines, a doctor cares for his community - from care homes to homeless shelters, islands to the inner city.
Die Kartierung einer Sehnsucht
Inseln üben seit jeher eine besondere Faszination und Anziehung auf uns aus. Sie können Orte der Ruhe und Entspannung sein. Heilige oder heilende Orte. Isolation im besten oder schlechtesten Sinne. Wir verbinden sie mit berühmten Entdeckern wie Charles Darwin oder Christoph Kolumbus und durch Romane wie ›Robinson Crusoe‹ oder ›Die Schatzinsel‹ mit Abenteuern und Gefahren, Sehnsucht und Einsamkeit. All diesen und weiteren Facetten des Insellebens geht Gavin Francis nach. Dabei wirft er philosophische und psychologische Fragen auf und greift sowohl auf die großen Reiseerzählungen der Literatur als auch auf seine eigenen Erfahrungen als Inselbewohner und -reisender zurück. Er führt uns nach Treasure Island und zu den fernen Galapagosinseln, erzählt von seiner Zeit als Leuchtturmwärter auf der kleinen schottischen Isle of May – und von dem Spagat, sein Verlangen nach Selbstbestimmtheit mit dem Leben als Arzt und Familienvater zu vereinen. ›Inseln. Die Kartierung einer Sehnsucht‹ spielt mit den Gegenpolen von Ruhe und Bewegung, Unabhängigkeit und Verbundenheit, die nie relevanter waren als in unserer heutigen, permanent vernetzten Welt.
An exploration of isolation and connectedness based on thirty years of travel, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Adventures in Human Being and Empire Antarctica.
The mysteries of human transformation brought lyrically to life by the bestselling author of Adventures in Human Being.