Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) theologian, doctor , Nobel Peace Prize winner, was a remarkable figure of the twentieth century. An ordained pastor and author of a seminal work on Jesus, he was also a renowned musician and expert on the music of Bach. He gave up this sucess to become a missionary doctor and found a hospital in Africa, where he becme famous for his compassionate service and his "Reverence for life" philosophy. this selection from Dr. Schweitzer's writting provides the perfect introduction to this great humanitarian.