Creatures of the Rock: A Veterinarian’s Adventures in Newfoundland

[摘要] Don’t let the downy chick on the cover fool you: Dr. Peacock’s stories cover the full gamut from routine bovine surgery to the wild and exotic. And there are a few chickens for good measure. He is a gifted storyteller, bringing you along with him on his various calls. His charming collection of tales from practice and life paint a vivid picture of veterinary life in rural Newfoundland. From interesting patients to colorful clientele, Dr. Peacock describes them all. This delightful book is accessible to the general public but with enough detail to interest the most experienced veterinarians. At 283 pages and with each chapter as a stand-alone story, this book is an easy, but intriguing read for anyone with an interest in the veterinary profession, animals, or Canada’s newest province.

[学科分类] 兽医学