The book ""Sir Wilfred Grenfell"" by Genevieve Fox is a biography of the famous medical missionary and explorer, Sir Wilfred Grenfell. The book chronicles Grenfell's life and achievements, from his childhood in England to his work in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Grenfell is known for his efforts to improve the lives of people living in remote and impoverished communities, particularly through his work in healthcare and education. The book delves into Grenfell's adventures and challenges, including his travels through the Arctic and his efforts to combat tuberculosis and other diseases. It also explores Grenfell's personal life, including his marriage to Anne MacClanaghan and his relationship with his children. Overall, ""Sir Wilfred Grenfell"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the life of one of the most important figures 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.
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