A Doctor's Diary In Damaraland (1917)

By H.F.B. Walker

Book Overview

A Doctor's Diary in Damaraland is a non-fiction book written by Henry Francis Bell Walker in 1917. The book is a memoir of Walker's experiences as a physician in Damaraland, a region in present-day Namibia, during the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of Walker's daily life as a doctor in a remote and challenging environment. It covers a wide range of topics, from the medical conditions and diseases he encountered to the cultural practices of the local people. Walker's writing is descriptive and engaging, providing readers with a vivid picture of life in Damaraland. He also includes photographs throughout the book, adding to the visual appeal of the text. Overall, A Doctor's Diary in Damaraland is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in African history, medicine, or cultural anthropology.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437452787
• ISBN13: 9781437452785
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"