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NYC Medical Memoir ~ Manhattan Country Doctor ~ Slocum 1986 1st Ed Signed HC DJ
📌 Key Details
- First edition, 1986 — memoir by Milton Jonathan Slocum, M.D.
- Signed & inscribed by the author, dated February 8, 1987
- Original dust jacket with mild edge wear and light toning
- Clean interior; binding solid and well-presed
📜 Description
A vivid and deeply human memoir, Manhattan Country Doctor offers a window into the life of a physician practicing in New York City during a time of remarkable social and medical change.
Dr. Milton Jonathan Slocum reflects on his experiences treating patients across Manhattan, capturing not just the clinical realities of medicine but the personalities, neighborhoods, and stories that defined urban life. The narrative balances professional insight with warmth and observation, making it as much a portrait of the city as it is of a medical career.
The inscription—addressed to a fellow physician—adds a meaningful layer of association, reinforcing the book’s authentic voice and real-world connection to the medical community.
📚 Background
Physician memoirs like this gained popularity in the late 20th century as readers became increasingly interested in the personal side of medicine. Slocum’s account fits into this tradition, offering both historical perspective and firsthand storytelling from within New York’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Collector’s Note
A signed first edition with a fitting medical association inscription—particularly appealing for collectors of medical memoirs, New York City history, and physician-authored narratives.
🖼️ What You’ll Receive
One 1986 first edition hardcover copy of Manhattan Country Doctor by Milton Jonathan Slocum, M.D., signed and inscribed, with original dust jacket.
Carefully packaged and shipped securely. 📦
