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Mary Seacole ... and the Crimean War

By Sarah Ridley

Refused by the army, Mary Seacole finds a daring way to help soldiers in Crimea.

informative · inspiring · lively · well-illustrated

Genres

Biography History Non-fiction

What is Mary Seacole ... and the Crimean War about?

Mary Seacole was a Jamaican nurse, healer and businesswoman who travelled across the world helping people in need. When war broke out in Crimea, she was determined to reach the soldiers, even after her offer to join the official nursing team was refused. Using her own money, she travelled to the front and opened the British Hotel, where she provided food, medicines and care. This lively biography follows her courage, resourcefulness and remarkable work during the Crimean War.

About the author

Sarah Ridley is a British author who loves writing books that help children discover exciting facts about the world. She has written many non-fiction books for young readers, including titles about history, science, and important events. Sarah enjoys making learning fun and easy to understand for everyone.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2009

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