Mount misery
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 71 |
| Auction | Syn's Estate August pt 1 |
| Date | August 9, 2026 at 4:05 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Syn's Crystal Co |
| Location | Killeen, Texas |
This auction lot features Mount Misery by Samuel Shem, a thought-provoking and darkly humorous novel that offers a sharp critique of the medical profession. Set in a psychiatric hospital, the story follows Dr. Peter Dottie Dotlich, a young psychiatrist who begins to lose his sense of self while working with mentally ill patients and confronting his own personal demons. Shem, known for his previous work The House of God, delves deep into the psychological and emotional challenges faced by medical professionals, blending humor with poignant observations. This paperback edition is in near-mint condition, with minimal signs of wear, making it a valuable addition for fans of Shem's work or anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and human nature.
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