Fifty Years A Country Doctor

""Fifty Years A Country Doctor"" is a memoir written by William N. Macartney, detailing his experiences as a physician in rural America for over half a century. The book chronicles his journey from medical school to his first job as a country doctor in the late 19th century, and his subsequent career in various small towns and rural communities. Macartney shares his encounters with patients, including their illnesses, injuries, and deaths, as well as his own personal struggles and triumphs. He also discusses the challenges of practicing medicine in a time when medical knowledge and technology were limited, and the importance of building relationships with patients and their families. Through his stories, Macartney provides a glimpse into the lives of rural Americans during a time of great change and transformation in the country. Overall, ""Fifty Years A Country Doctor"" is an insightful and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on the history of American medicine and rural life.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.