The Man Of The Hour: A Biography Of Dr. James S. Luckey (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164475569)

The Man Of The Hour: A Biography Of Dr. James S. Luckey is a book written by Erma Anderson Thomas that provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Dr. James S. Luckey. The book covers the life of Dr. Luckey from his early childhood to his rise to prominence as a highly respected and influential figure in the medical field.Dr. Luckey was born in the early 1900s in Mississippi and grew up in a family of sharecroppers. Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles, he was determined to succeed and pursued his education with great passion and dedication. He went on to attend several prestigious universities and earned multiple degrees, including a Doctor of Medicine degree from Meharry Medical College.Throughout his career, Dr. Luckey made significant contributions to the medical field, particularly in the areas of public health and medical education. He was a pioneer in the fight against tuberculosis and played a key role in establishing the Mississippi State Sanatorium, which provided care and treatment for patients suffering from the disease.In addition to his work in public health, Dr. Luckey was also deeply committed to improving medical education and was instrumental in the establishment of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He served as the first dean of the medical school and worked tirelessly to ensure that the institution provided high-quality education and training to future generations of medical professionals.Overall, The Man Of The Hour: A Biography Of Dr. James S. Luckey is a fascinating and inspiring account of the life and legacy of a remarkable individual who overcame adversity and made a lasting impact on the world. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the stories of individuals who have made a significant difference in the world.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.

Author: Erma Anderson Thomas
ISBN-10: 1164475568
ISBN-13: 9781164475569
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 132
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d