Cronin's distinguished achievement....No one could have written as fine, honest, and moving a study of a young doctor asThe Citadelwithout possessing great literary taste and skill." -The Atlantic MonthlyA groundbreaking novel of its time and a National Book Award winner. The Citadelfollows the life of Andrew Manson, a young and idealistic Scottish doctor, as he navigates the challenges of practicing medicine across interwar Wales and England. Based on Cronin's own experiences as a physician, The Citadelboldly confronts traditional medical ethics, and has been noted as one of the inspirations for the formation of the National Health Service. The Citadelhas been adapted into several successful film, radio, and television productions around the world, including the Oscar-nominated 1938 film starring Ralph Donat, Rosalind Russell, Ralph Richardson, and Rex Harrison. | The Citadel by A. J. Cronin, Paperback | Indigo Chapters