The War Diaries of Weary Dunlop E.E. Dunlop

Name: The War Diaries of Weary Dunlop By E.E. Dunlop
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A first-hand account of Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop's experiences as senior medical officer in the infamous prisoner-of-war camps in Java and on the Burma-Thailand Railway. It is not only an account of great historical significance but also a testament to the ability of the human spirit to overcome the most unbearably cruel conditions.

The War Diaries of Weary Dunlop Summary

The War Diaries of Weary Dunlop by E.E. Dunlop

This extraordinary first-hand account of Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop's experiences as senior medical officer in the infamous prisoner-of-war camps in Java and on the Burma-Thailand Railway, is not only an account of great historical significance but also a testament to the ability of the human spirit to overcome the most unbearably cruel conditions.

About E.E. Dunlop

Lieutenant Colonel Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop was an Australian surgeon who was renowned for his leadership whilst being held prisoner by the Japanese during World War II. A courageous leader and compassionate doctor, he restored morale in the terrible prison camps and jungle hospitals. After the war he continued to work as a surgeon as well as becoming involved in a number of health and educational organisations, and worked tirelessly in the community until his death in 1993. His diaries were first published in 1986. A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: It's difficult not to be moved and shocked by 'Weary' Dunlop's extraordinary account of life as a prisoner-of-war. The details of daily life and the trials of surgery with no equipment and no anaesthetic are told in a matter-of-fact way by a man who displayed tremendous courage and resilience in the face of brutality and desperation.

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GOR013756708

ISBN 13

9780143003915

ISBN 10

0143003917

Title

The War Diaries of Weary Dunlop by E.E. Dunlop

Author

E.E. Dunlop

Condition

Used - Like New

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Penguin Books Ltd

Year published

20100325

Number of pages

476

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The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins