Overview
The Diary Of An American Physician In The Russian Revolution 1917 is a historical account written by Orrin Sage Wightman, an American physician who was present in Russia during the tumultuous period of the Russian Revolution in 1917. The book is a firsthand account of the events that unfolded during this period, as seen through the eyes of an American physician who was working in Russia at the time.Wightman's diary entries provide a detailed and vivid description of the political and social upheaval that was taking place in Russia during this period. He describes the chaos and violence that erupted in the streets, as well as the political maneuvering and power struggles that were taking place behind the scenes.The book also provides a unique perspective on the impact that the revolution had on the healthcare system in Russia. Wightman describes the challenges that physicians and medical professionals faced as they tried to provide care to the wounded and sick during this time of great upheaval.Overall, The Diary Of An American Physician In The Russian Revolution 1917 is a fascinating and insightful account of one of the most important events in modern history, as seen through the eyes of a witness who was present on the ground. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Russia or the history of medicine during times of crisis.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.
- | Author: Orrin Sage Wightman
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Mar 01, 2007
- | Number of Pages: 332 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1432560611
- | ISBN-13: 9781432560614
