A Surgeon In Wartime China

By Colonel Lyle S. Powell and Col. Lyle Powell

Book Overview

""A Surgeon in Wartime China"" is a memoir written by Lyle Stephenson Powell, an American surgeon who served in China during World War II. The book chronicles Powell's experiences as a member of the United States Army Medical Corps, stationed in China from 1943 to 1946. Powell's account provides a unique perspective on the war in China, which is often overlooked in Western history. He describes the challenges he faced as a surgeon in a foreign country, including language barriers and cultural differences. He also details the medical procedures he performed, ranging from routine surgeries to emergency operations during air raids. Beyond his medical experiences, Powell also shares his observations on Chinese society and politics during the war. He discusses the impact of the conflict on Chinese civilians, as well as the complex relationships between Chinese factions and foreign powers. Overall, ""A Surgeon in Wartime China"" offers a compelling firsthand account of a little-known aspect of World War II. Powell's memoir provides insight into the experiences of American soldiers and medical personnel in China, as well as the broader geopolitical context of the war.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: 1432578243
• ISBN13: 9781432578244
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"