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Cook, Edward Tyas, Sir
1857
1919
Cook, E. T. (Edward Tyas), Sir
The Life of Florence Nightingale, vol. 2 of 2
This volume covers 1862-1910.
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"The Life of Florence Nightingale, vol. 2 of 2" by Sir Edward Tyas Cook is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and impact of Florence Nightingale, focusing on her contributions to nursing and public health, particularly during the latter half of the 19th century. It details her tireless efforts in reforming military healthcare and nursing practices, as well as her influence on the British Army's sanitation policies, particularly regarding the health of soldiers in India. At the start of the second volume, the narrative captures Nightingale's profound sense of loss following the tragedies of her close associates, Sidney Herbert and Arthur Hugh Clough. Despite her grief, she redirects her energy towards influential public health reforms, including the establishment of a Royal Commission focused on the health of the British Army in India. The text introduces themes of personal struggle and determination, emphasizing Nightingale's exceptional resilience and commitment to improving sanitary conditions for soldiers, reflecting both her pioneering spirit in nursing and her stature as a reformer in public health. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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