Mary Seacole's memoirs provide a unique perspective on the life of a Black woman who stood at the front line during the Crimean War. This book describes her involvement in caring for the sick and wounded, and her tireless dedication as a nurse. The work offers a personal and historically valuable document of an adventurous and compassionate woman from the Victorian era.
Description
Mary Seacole, born in 1805 in Kingston, Jamaica, worked as a nurse for the sick and wounded during the Crimean War. Her experience began with helping her mother, who assisted British soldiers. Despite being rejected by Florence Nightingale, she left for the Crimea on her own, where she set up accommodation near Balaclava. There, she cared for soldiers with medical attention and homey warmth. Her 1857 memoirs reflect her devotion without regret, with a blend of tragedy and humor.
Product specifications
- Author: Mary Seacole
- Series: Dover Thrift Editions
- Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
- Publication date: 2019-06-28
- Number of pages: 160
- ISBN: 9780486831725
- Theme: Biography: science, technology and medicine
- BISAC: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Medical (inc Patients)
About the author
Mary Jane Grant, born in Jamaica, began her caregiving work for British officers during her youth. After widowhood and rejection by Florence Nightingale, she traveled to the Crimea, where she established a "British Hotel" to care for the sick and wounded. Her 1857 memoirs were well received and highlight her dedication to caring for injured soldiers.