Florence Nightingale (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164497660)

Florence Nightingale by Irene Cooper Willis is a biographical book that explores the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in modern nursing. The book takes readers on a journey through the life of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged upbringing in Victorian England to her groundbreaking work as a nurse during the Crimean War. The author delves into Nightingale's early years and her struggles to break free from the expectations of her family and society, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in nursing. The book also examines Nightingale's tireless efforts to improve the conditions for soldiers during the Crimean War, including her pioneering work in infection control and hospital management. In addition to chronicling Nightingale's achievements, the book also explores her personal life, including her relationships with family and friends, as well as her struggles with illness and depression. The author also provides insight into Nightingale's legacy, including her impact on the nursing profession and her continued influence on healthcare today. Overall, Florence Nightingale is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable woman who changed the course of nursing and healthcare forever.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Irene Cooper Willis
ISBN-10: 1164497669
ISBN-13: 9781164497660
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d