The Swamp Doctor's Adventures in The South-West by John S. Robb

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Author Robb, John S., -1856
Illustrator Darley, Felix Octavius Carr, 1822-1888
Title The Swamp Doctor's Adventures in The South-West
Containing the Whole of The Louisiana Swamp Doctor; Streaks of Squatter Life; and Far-Western Scenes; In a Series of Forty-Two Humorous Southern and Western Sketches, Descriptive of Incidents and Character
Note Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Swamp Doctor's Adventures in The South-West" by John S. Robb is a collection of humorous sketches written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as both an account of adventures and a portrayal of life in the swampy regions of Louisiana and the broader South-West. The main authorial voice, Madison Tensas, M.D., provides a narrative steeped in anecdotes and observations that reflect the challenges and quirks of practicing medicine in a raw, frontier-like environment. The opening of the volume sets the stage by contrasting the swamp doctor with the city physician, highlighting the rugged, adventurous life of the former amidst the difficulties of rural practices. Tensas describes his own early life and experiences that led him into medicine, focusing on the unique trials he faced. He paints a colorful picture of life among the inhabitants of the southern wilderness, which is filled with humor and a touch of nostalgia as he recounts personal escapades and the characters he encountered in his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Southwest, Old -- Social life and customs
Category Text
EBook-No. 46329
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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