Buggies, Blizzards, and Babies

Buggies, Blizzards, and Babies by Cora Frear Hawkins. Published by Iowa State University Press, Ames, IA, 1971. 1st Stated Edition. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped DJ. 191 Pgs. ISBN 0813803950. LCCN 74-137091. This book is largely an account of the author's recollections of her father, Dr Edwin D Frear and his work as she accompanied him on his medical calls. Additional material obtained from her father's diary and other personal sources. Capturing a bit of old Americana, the author takes the reader back to the turn of the century, to the favorite old horse and buggy and the first automobiles and rural telephones. You will find yourself in a well-equipped doctor's office of the day, which may boast a dandy, new hand-operated generator for treating rheumatism. Or in the adjoining office of the author's dentist-uncle, you may view with some trepidation the S S White Vulcanize that often seems in danger of exploding. This thoughtful, informative account of the dramatic and humorous episodes in a pioneer doctor's life is delightful reading for all ages. Description text copyright 2006 BooksForComfort. Item ID 11608.