The Citadel

"Penguin Readers" is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce students at all levels to the pleasures of reading in English.

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When Andrew Manson starts work as a doctor he discovers some unpleasant facts about the medical profession. There are doctors who know very little and for many, earning money is much more important than curing or preventing illness. Andrew's aim is to become a good doctor but the system is extremely powerful - can he avoid becoming part of it himself?