Florence Nightingale by Cecil Woodham-Smith
This biography provides an in-depth look at the life and accomplishments of Florence Nightingale, a renowned nurse and social reformer. The author delves into Nightingale's personal life, her groundbreaking work in nursing during the Crimean War, and her relentless efforts to reform healthcare. The book also highlights the struggles she faced as a woman in a male-dominated society, her pioneering use of statistics in public health, and her lasting impact on modern nursing practices.
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- 74th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)