I grew up in Transylvania County and remember visiting his clinic. My mother’s business partner dated Dr. Cannon for a while. I remember meeting him when I was a child. Everyone loved and respected him. I also knew his nurse, Helen McCall. I don’t know what made me think of him today. My mother used to have a copy of “Mountain Doctor”, but no idea what became of it. I was so excited to find it offered for sale on Amazon. I remember him telling stories of mountain people who had never been out of the mountains to attend school, or even take a trip to the small town of Brevard.
I really enjoyed your article so much. I’m going to order his book tonight and pass it on to my son and grandchildren.
Debbie, Dr. Cannon's book is an adventure in another time and place. It must be extra meaningful for you, with your connections. It was fun hearing from you!
I just finished reading this book and found your article as I was researching for more information on this wonderful man. I wish it were possible for me to take up where he left of. This would be a wonderful documentary!
Eric, it's fun that you were as enchanted by the book Mountain Doctor as I was. Your comment makes me wonder if the same work ethic still exists, especially in the mountains in some form. Thank you for letting me know you found my post!
How ironic! I have this exact book from many years ago given to me by my fiancé Dr. George Rawlins. I seem to have misplaced it along with my favorite, Archie and Mehitabel, the Cockroach and the Cat! Darn
I grew up in Transylvania County and remember visiting his clinic. My mother’s business partner dated Dr. Cannon for a while. I remember meeting him when I was a child. Everyone loved and respected him. I also knew his nurse, Helen McCall. I don’t know what made me think of him today. My mother used to have a copy of “Mountain Doctor”, but no idea what became of it. I was so excited to find it offered for sale on Amazon. I remember him telling stories of mountain people who had never been out of the mountains to attend school, or even take a trip to the small town of Brevard.
I really enjoyed your article so much. I’m going to order his book tonight and pass it on to my son and grandchildren.
Debbie, Dr. Cannon's book is an adventure in another time and place. It must be extra meaningful for you, with your connections. It was fun hearing from you!
Beautiful and inspiring article. Thanks so much!
What a delightful and fascinating bit of local history. I found a copy of the book on Amazon; can't wait to read more about Dr. Cannon. Thanks, Deda!
Barbara, there are so many stories in it, you'll enjoy it. Thanks for letting me know!
I just finished reading this book and found your article as I was researching for more information on this wonderful man. I wish it were possible for me to take up where he left of. This would be a wonderful documentary!
Eric, it's fun that you were as enchanted by the book Mountain Doctor as I was. Your comment makes me wonder if the same work ethic still exists, especially in the mountains in some form. Thank you for letting me know you found my post!
How ironic! I have this exact book from many years ago given to me by my fiancé Dr. George Rawlins. I seem to have misplaced it along with my favorite, Archie and Mehitabel, the Cockroach and the Cat! Darn
Mary, I love Mehitabel, too, and keep meaning to figure out her life story! Let me know if these two books turn up.
Great article…..I too ordered the book from Amazon….thanks!😃
My favorite photo in the book is with the three children. Enjoy the book!