Doctor To Africa: The Story Of Stirrett Of The Sudan (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430459200)

Doctor to Africa: The Story of Stirrett of the Sudan is a biographical book written by Douglas C. Percy. The book tells the remarkable story of Dr. James Stirrett, a Scottish physician who spent over 30 years of his life serving in the remote areas of Sudan, Africa. The book provides a detailed account of Dr. Stirrett's life, from his early days in Scotland to his arrival in Sudan in 1911. The author describes the difficult conditions that Dr. Stirrett faced in Sudan, including the lack of medical facilities, the harsh climate, and the constant threat of disease and violence. Despite these challenges, Dr. Stirrett was determined to improve the health and well-being of the people of Sudan. The book also explores Dr. Stirrett's personal life, including his marriage to a fellow missionary and his relationships with the local Sudanese people. The author highlights Dr. Stirrett's dedication to his work and his deep sense of compassion for those he served. Overall, Doctor to Africa: The Story of Stirrett of the Sudan is a compelling and inspiring account of one man's selfless dedication to improving the lives of others. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, African culture, or the power of human kindness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Douglas C. Percy
ISBN-10: 1430459204
ISBN-13: 9781430459200
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 124
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d