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On the edge of the primeval forest

By Albert Schweitzer
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A physician recounts his years at a mission station on the Ogowe, describing the landscape, river journeys, and the challenges of establishing and running a small hospital with limited resources. He records daily medical cases, the relief brought by basic treatments, interactions with local villagers and timber workers, and practical improvisations in a tropical environment. Interwoven are observations of mission life, social conditions, and the rhythms of the forest and river, giving a vignette of work, travel, and community amid remote, demanding surroundings.

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Albert Schweitzer

Albert Schweitzer was a multifaceted figure known for his contributions as a theologian, philosopher, physician, and musician. Born in 1875 in Alsace, he became renowned for his work in the fields of ethics and the historical study of Jesus. His influential book, "The Quest of the Historical Jesus," critically examined the life and teachings of Jesus from a historical perspective. Schweitzer's commitment to humanitarian work led him to establish a hospital in Gabon, Africa, where he practiced medicine for many years. His philosophy emphasized the importance of reverence for life, which has had a lasting impact on ethical thought and environmentalism.

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