Florence Nightingale, the Angel of the Crimea: A Story for Young People by Richards
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| Author | Richards, Laura Elizabeth Howe, 1850-1943 |
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| Title | Florence Nightingale, the Angel of the Crimea: A Story for Young People |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Florence Nightingale, the Angel of the Crimea: A Story for Young People" by Laura E. Richards is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the life and achievements of Florence Nightingale, focusing on her vital contributions during the Crimean War. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into her upbringing, gradual journey into nursing, and the monumental work she accomplished in improving war hospital conditions, highlighting her profound impact on healthcare. At the start of the book, the scene is set with a dinner conversation among military and naval officers reflecting on the Vietnam War, leading to a consensus that Florence Nightingale is the one worker who will be forever remembered for her efforts. The narrative introduces her early life, detailing her family background, childhood homes, and experiences that shaped her caring nature and passion for helping others. The opening chapters illustrate young Florence's affinity for nursing, revealed through her interactions with her dolls and the animals around her, ultimately foreshadowing her humanitarian efforts during times of war and suffering. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UH: Military science: Other services |
| Subject | Nightingale, Florence, 1820-1910 |
| Subject | Nurses -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43898 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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