Memoirs of Eighty Years

'Memoirs of Eighty Years' is an intimate autobiography of the life of Thomas Gordon Hake, a prominent English physician and poet. In this compelling account, Hake shares his experiences of growing up in a family of obscure origins and his journey through life, from his school days to his medical studies in Scotland, his travels across Europe, and his settling in the countryside. Hake's memoirs take readers on a journey through time, exploring the history of his family and the people and places he encountered along the way. Through his recollections, we meet his eccentric family members, his schoolmates, and his fellow medical students, as well as the famous figures he encountered in his travels.