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Florence Nightingale
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Explore the captivating life of Florence Nightingale, a revolutionary figure in modern nursing and healthcare. This brand new biography, published by Penguin UK in 2020, delves deep into Nightingale's multifaceted life, revealing the complexities of her character and the immense impact she had on the nursing profession. Stretching across 704 pages, this compelling B-format paperback is not just a biography; it's a rich narrative that dismantles the myths surrounding the legendary 'Lady with the Lamp'. Utilizing a treasure trove of unpublished materials and unseen family papers, this book offers insight into her tireless advocacy, remarkable intellect, and the challenges she faced, including her fraught relationship with her sister and her health struggles. Perfect for history enthusiasts and nursing students alike, this powerful portrayal emphasizes Nightingale’s legacy and contributions to healthcare reform. Dive into this essential read today and uncover the inspiring yet complex story of Florence Nightingale, an enduring icon in British history. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, with carefully curated content that ensures a seamless reading experience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241989227
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 704
Description:
Whether honoured and admired or criticized and ridiculed, Florence Nightingale has invariably been misrepresented and misunderstood. As the Lady with the Lamp, ministering to the wounded and dying of the Crimean War, she offers an enduring image of sentimental appeal and one that is permanently lodged in our national consciousness. But the awesome scale of her achievements over the course of her 90 years is infinitely more troubling - and inspiring - than this mythical simplification. From her tireless campaigning and staggering intellectual abilities to her tortured relationship with her sister and her distressing medical condition, this vivid and immensely readable biography draws on a wealth of unpublished material and previously unseen family papers, disentangling the myth from the reality and reinvigorating with new life one of the most iconic figures in modern British history.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241989227
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 704
Description:
Whether honoured and admired or criticized and ridiculed, Florence Nightingale has invariably been misrepresented and misunderstood. As the Lady with the Lamp, ministering to the wounded and dying of the Crimean War, she offers an enduring image of sentimental appeal and one that is permanently lodged in our national consciousness. But the awesome scale of her achievements over the course of her 90 years is infinitely more troubling - and inspiring - than this mythical simplification. From her tireless campaigning and staggering intellectual abilities to her tortured relationship with her sister and her distressing medical condition, this vivid and immensely readable biography draws on a wealth of unpublished material and previously unseen family papers, disentangling the myth from the reality and reinvigorating with new life one of the most iconic figures in modern British history.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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