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The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole

Name: The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole
ISBN: 9780241372777

By Naida Redgrave

Adjectives

inspiring educational engaging

Genres

Biography Non-fiction

Synopsis

Discover the inspiring journey of Mary Seacole, a pioneering nurse from Jamaica who defied racial prejudice to aid soldiers during the Crimean War. This beautifully illustrated book brings her extraordinary life to light, featuring real-life stories, timelines, and fascinating facts.

Pages

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2019

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