Autobiography of Andrew T. Still: Origins of Osteopathy and the American School

Autobiography of A. T. Still offers a window into the life of the man who founded osteopathy and shaped its early development. It traces Still’s journey from a physician in the Midwest to a national figure, highlighting the ideas and courage that helped build a new approach to healing.Within these pages you’ll glimpse the beliefs, trials, and milestones that accompanied the rise of osteopathy and its community. The narrative blends personal history with reflections on science, medicine, and the role of a physician in society. This edition presents key passages and context from Still’s experiences and ambitions, inviting readers to understand how a medical movement began and grew.Foundational ideas about healing and the body as a connected systemMoments of doubt, resistance, and eventual recognitionCharacter sketches of a physician determined to “do the work”Historical context for the birth of osteopathy and its pioneersIdeal for readers curious about medical history, 19th‑century science, and the origins of osteopathy. Read more