Ship's Doctor - Paperback

Ship's Doctor is a book written by Rufus W. Hooker. The book is a memoir that describes the experiences of a doctor who worked on board ships. It is a fascinating account of the author's life as a ship's doctor, and it provides a unique insight into the challenges and rewards of practicing medicine at sea.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the author's life as a ship's doctor. The chapters cover topics such as the author's training and education, his experiences on board various ships, and the medical challenges he faced while at sea.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of life on board ships, including the routines, the camaraderie among the crew, and the dangers that they faced. He also describes the various medical emergencies that he encountered, from minor injuries to life-threatening illnesses, and the strategies he used to treat them.Overall, Ship's Doctor is a fascinating and engaging book that provides a unique perspective on the practice of medicine at sea. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in medicine, maritime history, or adventure stories.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.