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Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale
Reviewed by: Kathy George - Gray Public Library, Gray, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: June 9, 2014
Review
Demi's signature illustrations tells the reader the story of Florence Nightingale. Born to affluent parents - she lacked for nothing but all she wanted was to help others - eventually deciding to be a nurse - but had to fight her parents objections to do so. She made a name for herself during the Crimean War - cleaning up the filthy conditions.
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
., Demi
Publisher: Henry Holt
Book Type: picture book nonfiction
Genre:
Audience: preschool, grades k-3
Binding Type: reinforced trade binding
Binding Quality: good
ISBN: 9780805097290
Price: 17.99