The Ram's Horn: the commonplace book of Dr. Earle Parkhill Scarlett

Dr. Earle Scarlett (1896-1982) was "a man for all sasons:" he was a flourishing internist in Calgary, Alta., and a proud, self-confessed "medical truant." One of his greatest accomplishments was his written work; he published over 500 articles in several journals. His passion for books and reading gave rise to his commonplace book, The Ram's Horn. He used this collection of poems, prose, quotations, thoughts, and ideas as a source for his articles, most of which focused on historical and philosophical matters, and were rich in references to literary figures, mythology, and the Bible. The Ram's Horn contains writings that he deemed to be worthwhile and enjoyed reading over again. This book gives insight into the writings and interests of Scarlett, and in his words. "sound[s] a full-blooded compliment to [his] life."