Dr. Mutter's Marvels

Revolutionize Your Medical History Knowledge

Written byCristin O'Keefe Aptowicz

Narrated byErik Singer

Length8h54m

Release dateSeptember 4, 2014

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Professionals & Academics, Medical

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (34 ratings)

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Author	Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz
Narrator	Erik Singer
Runtime	8h54m
Published	September 4, 2014
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (34 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Professionals & Academics, Medical, Science & Technology, Health & Wellness, Medicine & Health Care Industry, Surgery, History, Americas, United States
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the electrifying world of 19th-century surgery with ‘Dr. Mutter’s Marvels’. This biography peels back the layers of Dr. Samuel D. Gross, a pioneering surgeon and eccentric innovator whose medical practices and personal life were anything but ordinary. Narrated by Erik Singer in a vivid and engaging style, this audiobook transports you to Philadelphia’s historic hospitals, where cutting-edge surgeries met Victorian-era quackery. Discover how Gross changed the face of American surgery and founded one of the world’s first museums dedicated to medical oddities.

Tags: medical historyeccentric innovatorssurgeon biographyhistorical anecdotesvoice acting

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Erik Singer’s narration is nothing short of exceptional, capturing both the brilliance and the madness of Dr. Samuel D. Gross. His performance brings each character to life with precision and authenticity. The pacing is impeccable, weaving seamlessly between Gross's personal struggles and his professional triumphs. What truly sets this audiobook apart are the vivid descriptions that make every surgery and oddity palpable. While some historical details might be overwhelming for a casual listener, the overall experience is gripping from start to finish. A must-listen for anyone fascinated by medical history or drawn to the eccentric tales of yesteryear.

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