<p>In 'Currents and Counter-Currents in Medical Science,' Oliver Wendell Holmes presents a thought-provoking examination of 19th-century medical practices, challenging the status quo with a blend of astute observation and eloquent argumentation. Drawing upon a deep well of medical knowledge, Holmes's Oration critiques the contemporary medical community's adherence to tradition over empirical evidence. The text is characterized by its rich, florid...