His Cousin The Doctor: A Story

By Minnie Willis Baines

Book Overview

His Cousin, The Doctor: A Story is a novel written by Minnie Willis Baines and published in 1891. The book follows the story of a young woman named Mary, who is forced to leave her home in the countryside and move to the city to live with her cousin, Dr. James MacKinnon. Mary quickly becomes enamored with the world of medicine and the work of her cousin, who is a successful and respected doctor in the city.As Mary becomes more involved in her cousin's work, she begins to uncover some of the darker aspects of the medical profession, including the exploitation of patients and the use of unethical practices. Despite these revelations, Mary remains committed to her cousin and his work, and she becomes determined to help him make a positive difference in the lives of his patients.Throughout the novel, Baines explores themes of family, loyalty, and the pursuit of knowledge. She also provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of medicine at the turn of the 20th century, highlighting both the advancements and the challenges of the field during this time period.Overall, His Cousin, The Doctor: A Story is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers readers a unique perspective on the world of medicine and the people who dedicate their lives to it.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: 1164165933
• ISBN13: 9781164165934
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"