The Life of Florence Nightingale, vol. 1 of 2 by Sir Edward Tyas Cook
"The Life of Florence Nightingale, vol. 1 of 2" by Sir Edward Tyas Cook is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume chronicles the early years and formative experiences of Florence Nightingale, emphasizing her upbringing, education, and the development of her calling as a nurse and social reformer. The book seeks to explore not just her well-known contributions during the Crimean War, but also the lesser-known aspects ofher life that shaped her dedication to nursing and healthcare reform. At the start of the memoir, the author outlines Nightingale's childhood and education, presenting key elements of her upbringing and family background. Her father, a well-educated Unitarian, provided her with a broad education that extended beyond the norms of her time, fostering her keen intellect and passion for humanitarian work. The narrative details significant life experiences, including her travels in Europe and exposure to social injustices that would later inform her mission. Cook sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Nightingale, proposing that the legend surrounding her life obscures the more complex reality of her character and contributions before her public fame. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cook, Edward Tyas, Sir, 1857-1919 |
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| Title | The Life of Florence Nightingale, vol. 1 of 2 |
| Note | This volume covers 1820-1861. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeannie Howse, Jens Nordmann, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UH: Military science: Other services |
| Subject | Nightingale, Florence, 1820-1910 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40057 |
| Release Date | Jul 16, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 570 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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