Sand Doctor (1921)

The Sand Doctor is a novel written by Arnold Mulder and first published in 1921. The story revolves around the life of a young Dutch doctor named Jan van Huysen who is sent to the Dutch East Indies to work in a remote village. Upon his arrival, he is faced with the challenges of adapting to a new environment and treating patients with limited resources.As he begins to settle into his new life, Jan becomes fascinated with the local culture and the natural beauty of the island. He also develops a close relationship with a young woman named Dewi, who is the daughter of a local chief. However, their relationship is threatened by the cultural differences between them and the disapproval of Dewi's family.As Jan continues to work as a doctor, he becomes increasingly aware of the impact of colonialism on the local population. He begins to question his role as a Dutch doctor and his obligation to the colonial government.The Sand Doctor is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of cultural identity, colonialism, and the complexities of cross-cultural relationships. It is a vivid portrayal of life in the Dutch East Indies during the early 20th century and a powerful commentary on the legacy of colonialism.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.