Observations of an Orderly - Softcover

Muir, Ward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1022923447 ISBN 13: 9781022923447

Publisher: Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

"Observations of an Orderly: Some Glimpses of Life and Work in an English War Hospital" by Ward Muir offers a compelling firsthand account of World War I from an unusual perspective: that of a hospital orderly. This insightful memoir provides a unique window into the daily realities of a war hospital, detailing the challenges and triumphs of nursing and patient care during a time of immense global conflict.

Muir's observations shed light on the often-overlooked experiences of those who served on the home front, providing essential support and tending to the wounded. Delving into the intricacies of life within the hospital walls, the book offers glimpses of the medical practices, emotional toll, and human connections forged amidst the chaos of war. A valuable contribution to military history, this book offers a ground-level view of the Great War and the individuals who dedicated themselves to healing and recovery. A meticulously prepared print republication.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1022923447
• ISBN 13: 9781022923447
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 92