Out-Island Doctor

By Evans W. Cottman and Wyatt Blassingame

Book Overview

Out Island Doctor is living proof that a man change his life in mid-course. It is one of the most unusual and enduring biographies ever written...the colorful story of a middle-aged man who left the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0340015063
• ISBN13: 9780340015063
• Release Date: January 1974
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.

Customer Reviews

inspiring story

Incredible true life adventure. Full of a lot of interesting history and insight about the bahamas out islands. His adventure of transforming his life of recluse as a school teacher who lived with his parents until he retired, into a legend in the Abacos is incredible and awe inspiring. An execellent read for anyone that has ever dreamed of transforming their life and escaping to paradise.Highly recommend the book, especially if you are thinking of visiting Abaco... I recommend taking a trip to the Abacos and finding your own new addition. It won't cost you any less, but it will be worth a lot more.

Out Island Doctor

I borrowed this book from a friend in New Orleans. I was a little dubious about it from the '60's cover art. The very first chapter cast a net over me! I stayed up for hours to finish the story and have read and re-read the book. I have to return the book so I'm going to buy the newest print. "De Doctah" did something so many people haven't the courage to do by "going island" and then putting it in print. If you are an armchair adventurer, this book may make you get up out of the chair! This book is a WOW! I'll even say it backwards "WOW"!

A physician's authentication of this man and his book.

During a visit to the Bahamas in 1972 I read this superb and incredible biography. When I finished it I flew over and met Evans Cottmann while he was seeing patients in his little office. I visited his fairy tale green castle, saw his ketch and authenticated for myself this unbelievable and beautiful story. This book proves what man can do who is endowed with limited means, unlimited imagination and a desire to give and share his life.

An excellent portrayal of life in the Bahamian "Out Islands"

This is a must for anyone visiting the Abaco's. It provides an interesting insight into the real life of Bahamians. The jargon learned in this book will separate you from the typical tourist. You will be pleasantly surprised the next time your "boat done reached."

A story of a search for true self and dream fulfilment

I loved this book! I've read it over and over. Its a simple story of a person who wanted a different life and made it for himself. Especially good for people who like the islands,sailing, or medicine practice