Description
A superbly well-chosen collection of stories
that captures the excitement, drama and
humour that are all part of the lives of those
who have dedicated themselves to the
care of others.
From the tension of Ernest Hemingway’s
A FAREWELL TO ARMS to the hilarious
chaos of Richard Gordon’s DOCTOR IN THE
HOUSE; from the extraordinary woman Dr
Barry who had a successful career as a
surgeon in the army disguised as a man to
the delightful SUE BARTON – STUDENT
NURSE, the pages of this book are crowded
with unforgettable characters and incidents
that capture the v.ery essence of the world
of medicine.
Each story is illustrated with a full-page line
drawing adding an extra dimension to a
memorable anthology.
Stories from such famous authors as:
NORMAN COLLINS
ED JAMES
RUDYARD KIPLING
JOAN AIKEN
The drama of life in a hospital ward
The courage of nursing in a leper colony
The hilarious exploits of medical students
Superb line drawings accompanying
each story.
352 pages
Hardcover
In good preloved condition with the exception of some fading to dust jacket and previous owner’s names inside cover.