Observations of an Orderly by Ward Muir
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| Author | Muir, Ward, 1878-1927 |
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| Title |
Observations of an Orderly Some Glimpses of Life and Work in an English War Hospital |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger, Irma Spehar, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net/) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries (http://www.archive.org/details/toronto) |
| Summary | "Observations of an Orderly" by Ward Muir is a collection of personal reflections written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of World War I. The book offers insights into life and work in an English war hospital, primarily through the eyes of the author, who serves as a hospital orderly. The narrative highlights the everyday experiences, struggles, and camaraderie of those in the hospital setting, providing a look into the challenges faced by medical staff and soldiers alike. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the author's first day as an orderly in Ward W, where he grapples with the chaos of a mismatched uniform and the steep learning curve of his new role. His introduction to Private Wood, who briefly trains him on the basics of the job, sets the stage for his duties, which include providing services to wounded soldiers, managing kitchen tasks, and navigating the hierarchical structure of the hospital’s staff. The narrative captures both the humor and the harsh realities of hospital life, featuring interactions with patients, such as a convalescing soldier and the industrious scrub-lady, Mrs. Mappin, emphasizing the spirit of teamwork amidst the backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Hospitals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17655 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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