Infamous
Last Words:
John
Abernethy FRS (1764–1831) was an English surgeon. He is popularly remembered
for having given his name to the “Abernethy biscuit,”—a bitter-tasting “cookie”
that was supposed to improve ones digestion. He also was noted for a
foul-smelling open sore on his left nipple
According
to the 11th edition Britannica, Dr. Abernethy was a
noted lecturer. And yet,…“It has been said, however, that the influence he
exerted on those who attended his lectures was not beneficial in this respect,
that his opinions were delivered so dogmatically, and all who differed from him
were disparaged and denounced so contemptuously, as to repress instead of
stimulating inquiry.”
Is is
said that his last words were:
“Is there anyone in the house…?”
In truth
this is a badly abbreviated quote. He actually said:
“Is there anyone in the house….?”
On being
told that Dr. Grey was in the house, Abernathy responded:
“Is there anyone else in the house….?”
Infamous
Last Words: John
Abernethy FRS (1764–1831)
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