Florence Nightingale: The biography of the legendary British founder of modern nursing, her notes

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Florence Nightingale

The biography of the legendary British founder of modern nursing, her notes

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21 December 2023

Biography: science, technology & engineering

Series: History

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"Step back in time to the 19th century and discover the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Florence Nightingale, a name synonymous with compassion, innovation, and the founding of modern nursing. In Florence Nightingale's book, we delve into the remarkable journey of an English social reformer and statistician whose pioneering work reshaped healthcare and social norms.

Florence Nightingale rose to prominence during the Crimean War, where her unwavering dedication and leadership as a manager and trainer of nurses saved countless lives. Her meticulous attention to hygiene and improved living conditions in military hospitals significantly reduced death rates, earning her the enduring moniker of ""The Lady with the Lamp."" While some contemporary critics debated the extent of her Crimean War achievements, there is no doubt about her profound influence on the nursing profession. In 1860, Nightingale established the world's first secular nursing school at St Thomas' Hospital in London, laying the foundation for professional nursing as we know it today. But Nightingale's impact extended far beyond nursing. She advocated for healthcare reform across all sections of British society, worked to alleviate hunger in India, challenged harsh prostitution laws affecting women, and championed expanded opportunities for women in the workforce. Nightingale's brilliance in statistics and pioneering use of data visualization, like the Nightingale rose diagram, left an indelible mark on the field of statistics and data analysis, practices that are still relevant today.

This biography also uncovers Nightingale's multifaceted literary contributions, including her writings on religion and mysticism, providing a comprehensive portrait of a woman who was not only a healthcare visionary but also a prolific and versatile writer.

This book celebrates the life and work of a true pioneer, whose legacy continues to shape the world of healthcare and social reform to this day."

By: United Library
Imprint: United Library
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 91g
ISBN: 9789464901030
ISBN 10: 9464901039
Series: History
Pages: 84
Publication Date: 21 December 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Florence Nightingale

The biography of the legendary British founder of modern nursing, her notes

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