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Osler and bookworms--the "Henry connection".

J L Graner

    Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Sir William Osler and F. P. Henry shared a unique interest in insect bookworms. Newly found evidence suggests Henry influenced Osler

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    Area of Science:

    • Bibliomancy and entomology
    • History of medicine
    • Medical humanities

    Background:

    • Sir William Osler and F. P. Henry, prominent figures, had a shared, lesser-known interest in insect bookworms.
    • Both authors published articles on the topic, with Osler's work appearing 13 years after Henry's.

    Discussion:

    • The study examines several unpublished communications detailing Osler's fascination with bookworms.
    • A recently discovered 1903 inscription from Osler to Henry provides new insights.

    Key Insights:

    • The 1903 inscription indicates Osler's early engagement with the subject of bookworms.
    • This discovery suggests F. P. Henry may have significantly influenced Osler's interest in insect bookworms.

    Outlook:

    • Further research could explore the broader intellectual connections between medical professionals and natural history interests.
    • Investigating the content of unpublished communications may reveal more about the nature of their shared interest.

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