Dr. Grenfell's Parish

Dr. Grenfell's Parish: The Deep Sea Fishermen is a book written by Norman Duncan and originally published in 1905. The book is a collection of stories and sketches that describe the life and work of Dr. Wilfred Grenfell, a medical missionary who worked among the deep sea fishermen of Newfoundland and Labrador. Dr. Grenfell was a tireless advocate for the welfare of the fishermen and their families, and he worked to improve their living and working conditions, provide medical care, and spread the gospel. The book offers a vivid and detailed portrait of the harsh and dangerous world of the deep sea fishermen, as well as the challenges and rewards of missionary work in a remote and rugged corner of the world. Through its vivid storytelling and intimate portrayal of Dr. Grenfell and his work, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into a unique and important chapter in Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.