In Africa with Schwietzer
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Rating | : | 4.81 (646 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0882820257 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 200 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-08-18 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
More about Berman than Schweitzer C. Middleton In the fall of 1960, Edgar Berman visited West Africa in Lambarene to meet with the famous humanitarian, in order to gain an understanding of his motivations and inspirations, but more particularly, why a man with so many talents, chose to live and work in such primitive and debilitating conditions for over fifty years. Berman's re. Five Stars Robert Hale A young doctor visits the great missionary--very revealing.. A Masterpiece! This is truly one of the best books I have ever read. Dr. Berman describes in eloquent terms a broad overview of the many reasons Dr. Schweitzer is so celebrated. It addresses primarily his work as a physician in Africa but also describes his many literary and academic achievements. There are interesting photos and heartwarming sto
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