Florence Nightingale is famous as the “lady with the lamp” in the Crimean War, 1854—56. There is a massive amount of literature on this work, but, as editor Lynn McDonald shows, it is often erroneous, and films and press reporting on it have been even less accurate. The Crimean War reports on Nightingale’s correspondence from the war hospitals and on the staggering amount of work she did post-war to ensure that the appalling death rate from disease (higher than that from bullets) did not recur. This volume contains much on Nightingale’s efforts to achieve real reforms. Her well-known, and relatively “sanitized”, evidence to the royal commission on the war is compared with her confidential, much franker, and very thorough Notes on the Health of the British Army, where the full horrors of disease and neglect are laid out, with the names of those responsible.

In 'The Life of Florence Nightingale (Vol. 1&2)' by Edward Tyas Cook, readers are taken on an insightful journey into the life of the iconic nurse and healthcare reformer. Cook's meticulous attention to detail and engaging narrative style provide a comprehensive look at Nightingale's struggles, triumphs, and lasting impact on the field of nursing. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, the book delves into Nightingale's pioneering work in healthcare and her relentless dedication to improving sanitary conditions in hospitals. Cook's writing is both informative and engaging, offering readers a captivating account of Nightingale's life and legacy. As a renowned biographer and historian, Cook brings a scholarly perspective to the narrative, offering readers a well-researched and compelling portrayal of Nightingale's life and work. Through his thorough examination of Nightingale's contributions to nursing and public health, Cook sheds light on the enduring influence of this remarkable woman. 'The Life of Florence Nightingale (Vol. 1&2)' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of nursing, healthcare reform, or the extraordinary life of Florence Nightingale.

Elizabeth Blackwell, though born in England, was reared in the United States and was the first woman to receive a medical degree here, obtaining it from the Geneva Medical College, Geneva, New York, in 1849. A pioneer in opening the medical profession to women, she founded hospitals and medical schools for women in both the United States and England. She was a lecturer and writer as well as an able physician and organizer. -- H.W. Orr.

Florence Nightingale is famous as the ""lady with the lamp"" in the Crimean War, 1854-56. There is a massive amount of literature on this work, but, as editor Lynn McDonald shows, it is often erroneous, and films and press reporting on it have been even less accurate. The Crimean War reports on Nightingale's correspondence from the war hospitals and on the staggering amount of work she did post-war to ensure that the appalling death rate from disease (higher than that from bullets) did not recur. This volume contains much on Nightingale's efforts to achieve real reforms. He.