From Gamekeeper at Wallington Hall to Royal Bonesetter.
A history book about Isaac Milburn from his humble beginnings as a game keeper to a royal summons.
"A great contextual local social and economic history. Ideal for local libraries, especially in the Borders. Very well illustrated with maps, photographs and original handwritten and newspaper extracts."
Gerard Gordon
The True Historical Story of Isaac Milburn.
His amazing life story. Whisky smuggling, poaching and a gunpowder plot. A controversial figure in the world of medicine.
This book tells the incredible story of Isaac Milburn from his humble beginnings as a gamekeeper in rural Northumberland to a royal summons. As a gamekeeper he taught himself the art of bonesetting on live and dead rabbits. His fame spread and Queen Victoria summoned him to heal her injured daughter Beatrice, for which she presented him with her gold watch and a Meerschaum smoking pipe in thanks.
Whisky Smuggling, Poaching and a Gunpowder Plot.
His amazing life story. Whisky smuggling, poaching and a gunpowder plot. A controversial figure in the world of medicine.
• Discover an incredible life story that is sure to entertain and educate
• Learn about the fascinating history of bonesetting and medical practices
• Gain insight into the world of 19th century medicine and surgery
• Enjoy a wealth of images, case studies, and maps that bring the story to life
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An incredible book that tells the life story of Isaac Milburn, a Royal bonesetter.
“Great read for anyone with an interest in history! Very interesting story and a great read!“
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‘The Northumbrian Bonesetter‘ is Now Available in These Stores
Get your copy of this compelling history book today. You can now find Isaac Milburn’s story in these local bookstores.
Waterstones
Bailiffgate Museum
Geo. C. Grieve
Geo. C. Grieve Berwick-Upon-Tweed Geo. C. Grieve Ltd.
National Trust
National Trust – Wallington Hall National trust Wallington Hall
Amazon
About The Author
Bruce Burns
Bruce Burns is a Perthshire based Author (and amateur historian) who was raised in Berwick. His book, ‘the Northumbrian Bonesetter’ is his first publication that recalls the life story of his 4 x Great Grandfather Isaac Milburn.
Growing up, Bruce heard numerous tales about the history of his royal summoned relative and used the COVID-19 pandemic to collate all his years of research and find a publisher. Bruce, who is also a thriving beekeeper, lives just outside Perth and travels up and down Scotland in the higher education audio visual business as a successful account manager.
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