The Making of a Surgeon

About this book

The Making of a Surgeon is the memoir of an apprentice. It is William Nolens story of his transformation from student to practitioner from a brash medical school graduate to a surgeon possessing skill and judgment. And as happens in the best memoirs with his brilliant flash of self-discovery William Nolen illuminates the world outside himself. First published in 1970 The Making of a Surgeon received critical acclaim and touched a world audience. The books universal themes propelled it to the rarified heights of a best seller. In this reprinted edition with a foreword by the authors daughter his classic returns.