The Scalpel, the Sword: The Story of Doctor Norman Bethune (Monthly Review Press Classic Titles)
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (777 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0853453020 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 346 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-02-09 |
| Language | : | English |
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Originally published in the early 1950s, The Scalpel, the Sword celebrates the turbulent career of Dr. He is today remembered amongst the pantheon of Chinese revolutionary heroes.In Canada Bethune's strong left-wing views made him persona non grata, but this highly readable and engaging account has helped to sustain the memory of a great man.. Bethune belonged to that international contingent of individuals who recognized the threat of fascism in the world and went out courageously to try to defeat it.Born in Gravenhurst, Ontario, Bethune introduced innovative techniques in treating battlefield injuries and pioneered the use of blood transfusions to save lives, which made him a le
Compelling narrative of Norman Bethune, revolutionary doctor in Mao’s China.
A dedicated Young Communist, Allan's works include This Time a Better Earth (1939) and Love Is a Long Shot (1984), which won the Stephen Leacock Award. The Scalpel, the Sword: The Story of Doctor Norman Bethune (1952) is his best-known work.Sydney Gordon (1915-1984) was a childhood friend and collaborator of Ted Allan in Montreal.. Ted Allan (1916-1995) was a playwright, actor,
"A worthy and interesting history" according to Rev.. Bethume is a Canadian we don't appear to hear much about out side of the long march of China. However he did not participate in it, as the book points out. Worth readiong to find out the truth and his family background.. surgery J. N. Childs a classic book about a revolutionary surgeon on the fringe of everything. an inspiration of energy and commitment. Norm Bethune -- Genius combined with relentless effort. There are simple people and there are complicated people. Norm Bethune was definitely of the latter strain. Independent, erratic, gifted, persistent-ever searching for the next direction, or "mission."His parents were great admirers of D.L. Moody. His fathe