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The Hospital By The River

The Hospital By The River

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The Hospital By The River, by Dr Catherine Hamlin (with John Little) is a candid account of 60 years of service to women in Ethiopia suffering from obstetric fistula. Dr Hamlin weaves her own story together with the history of the hospital and that of her adopted country, Ethiopia. 

 

The stories of the women treated by Drs Reg and Catherine Hamlin will bring tears, joy, sadness and admiration for the incredible commitment by the Hamlins and the staff of the Hamlin Fistula Hospital.  The book includes many family photos and others of historical interest. 

 

This 2016 edition features a foreword by Dame Quentin Bryce. 

 

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Read John Little's memories of Catherine here

 

Meet the Maker

John Little spent 25 years working as a reporter and producer in television current affairs, before becoming a full-time writer. He has written a range of non-fiction books and now lives on Sydney's northern beaches.

Materials & Dimensions

2001, Pan Macmillan Australia. ISBN 9781743537817. Paperback, 322 pages

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Gifts that Give Back

When you purchase from the Hamlin Shop, you are receiving ethical products handmade by fairtrade artisans from a variety of countries across Africa. Your purchase supports local craftspeople and women in Ethiopia who are recovering from preventable childbirth injuries. This is shopping with an impact. Thank you.