Grenfell: Knight-Errant Of The North

Grenfell: Knight-Errant Of The North is a biography written by Fullerton Waldo about the life of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, a British medical missionary who dedicated his life to serving the people of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada. The book tells the story of Grenfell's journey from his early days as a medical student in London to his arrival in Newfoundland, where he faced the challenges of providing healthcare to remote communities in harsh and isolated conditions.The book describes Grenfell's determination and courage in the face of adversity as he traveled by dog sled, boat, and on foot to reach patients in need. The author also highlights Grenfell's efforts to improve the living conditions of the people he served, including building hospitals, schools, and homes.Through the use of primary sources, personal accounts, and photographs, the book provides a vivid portrayal of Grenfell's impact on the people of Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as his legacy as a humanitarian and advocate for social justice. Overall, Grenfell: Knight-Errant Of The North is an inspiring and informative biography that celebrates the life of a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to serving others.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.