Dr Albert Schweitzer and Reverence for Life

Galen Bartholomew reviews Schweitzer’s life and the Reverence for Life philosophy, considering changing views of his work and its relevance today. Lunch is served at 13:00; the talk begins about 14:00.

This talk follows Albert Schweitzer’s path from academic and musical work to medicine and the hospital he ran in Gabon, where he developed the principle of Reverence for Life. Galen Bartholomew considers differing views of Schweitzer’s achievements and suggests that his philosophy remains relevant. A two-course lunch is served at 13:00 and the talk commences about 14:00; special diets can be accommodated.