Description
Around the world by ambulance.
Paramedico is a brilliant collection of adventures by Australian paramedic Benjamin Gilmour as he works and volunteers on ambulances around the world. From England to Mexico, and Iceland to Pakistan, Gilmour takes us on an extraordinary thrill-ride with his wild coworkers. Along the way he learns a few things, too, and shows us not only how precious life truly is, but how to passionately embrace it.
Now an acclaimed feature-length documentary movie.
About the Author
Benjamin Gilmour was born in Germany in 1975, but has lived most of his life in Australia where he works as an ambulance paramedic, filmmaker and writer. His first book, Warrior Poets - Guns, Movie-making and the Wild West of Pakistan, was published in 2008, based on his experiences directing the award-winning feature film Son of a Lion.
Reviews
'Pulsates with adrenalin and indisputable authenticity.' SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
Reviews for the movie:
'Without a false note, this raw, invigorating and often joyful portrait of the profession will enthrall' VARIETY
Book Information
ISBN 9780007492510
Author Benjamin Gilmour
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint The Friday Project Limited
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 220g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 21mm
