Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole, The

She learned how to be a nurse from her mother in Jamaica, then despite prejudice, found a way to use her medical skills to save countless lives in the Crimean War and became a beacon of hope for those in need.

Series: Extraordinary Lives
From real-life narratives to timelines and facts, each fully illustrated book focuses on the life of an inspirational historical or modern figure. Explore the childhood, the achievements, and the qualities of each figure – the very things that helped them have such an incredible impact on the world.