A former police surgeon takes us through his own long and ardent life of theatre, art, and music, varied adventures in the Canadian Army during World War II, and the secrets of a doctor's consulting room, his preoccupation is not with sorrow but with the comedic canvas of life. Just as Dr. Hullah practices a type of psychosomatic medicine the novel intertwines language and story, as perhaps never before, to offer us profound truths about being human.
About the Author: Robertson Davies is one of Canada's most distinguished authors, with over thirty books to his name including plays and essays. His books include The Deptford Trilogy, Fifth Business, The Salterton Trilogy, and The Maticore, among many others.
