Fortunate Woman, A
Morland, PollyJohn Berger's classic account of a country doctor working in an isolated English valley, A fortunate man, captivated and inspired its readers, and more than half a century later, this story about its present community is doing the same.
The intertwining stories of the patients' lives, their unnamed doctor, and the beautiful countryside, ensure this is a story with plenty to offer both rural and urban readers alike.
Foremost it invites consideration of the importance of relationship-based medicine in an era where impersonal care is becoming the norm.
Pages
256
256
Year
2022
2022
Reviews
18-12-2024
We all enjoyed the book and some of us even remembered the home visits and continuity of care we could once expect of our GPs. A great book to recommend to future GPs though it could give them false expectations in today's health service. An enjoyable read. We miss those days and regret their passing. Enjoyed the descriptive prose of the English countryside.
27-11-2024
The book was generally liked and prompted a good discussion.
25-09-2024
All the members enjoyed this book - well written and interesting. What a fascinating life this G.P had, amazing she is still alive.
19-08-2024
Interesting discussion, most enjoyed the book. Lovely descriptive writing.
05-08-2024
Opinions varied widely - hence the low score. Some found the content interesting, some didn't like the structure of the book and the photos.
02-08-2024
This month's small group spoke of our own relationship with our GPs, and had wholesome debate. The location of the "practice" was beautifully described. The Dr's commitment and care for her community was exemplary. The photos and pictures added interest. An easy read.
26-06-2024
All enjoyed the book but found the descriptive nature unnecessary - didn't kind of flow. Important book to read but unlike the health system of city dwellers - reminded us more of when we were growing up. Most of us in our 50s-70s age group.
08-05-2024
An easy and often heartwarming read sharing the importance of GPs - we all remembered how things used to be! The book focuses on relationships that build up over time between doctor and patient. Being a doctor today is not for the faint hearted.