A review by panda_incognito
Mary Seacole: Bound for the Battlefield by Susan Goldman Rubin

4.0

This book has nice illustrations, and the text is sufficiently detailed to teach students about this historical nurse and the role that she played in the Crimean War. Most children and adults have very little concept of the Crimean War, and the author did a great job of including enough background information for people to understand the historical context, while still focusing on Mary Seacole. The book addresses the discrimination that she faced, even from Florence Nightingale herself, while also honoring her accomplishments and perseverance. This inspiring story can help make people more aware of a little-known historical figure, and would be especially valuable as a counterpoint to nurse stories that only include white women.

I received a temporary digital copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.