The Doctor Who Would Be King (Theory in Forms)

Are you ready to embark on a journey into a captivating tale of power and ambition? Look no further than "The Doctor Who Would Be King" by Guillaume Lachenal. This enthralling book takes you back in time to World War II, where the story of Dr. Jean Joseph David unfolds. As a French colonial army doctor, Dr. David governed an entire region of French Cameroon, earning him the title of "emperor" among the locals.

Dr. David's grand vision was to establish a medical utopia, where he could emancipate the colonized subjects from misery, ignorance, and sickness. Through the author's extensive research using archives, oral histories, and ethnographic fieldwork, you will witness Dr. David's earlier attempts at a similar project on a Polynesian island and the enduring legacies of his failed experiment in Cameroon.

In "The Doctor Who Would Be King," Guillaume Lachenal takes storytelling to a whole new level. This isn't just another narrative of imperial hubris; it's a thought-provoking exploration of the past and its impact on the present. Uncover the memories and remains of Dr. David's rule, and delve into a global history of violence, desire, and failure. Witness the tragic comedy of power unfold before your eyes and discover how hope for the future can often become lost along the way.

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