Clara Barton: Humanitarian Contributor(s): Crompton, Samuel Willard (Author) |
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ISBN: 1604134925 ISBN-13: 9781604134926 Publisher: Chelsea House Publications OUR PRICE: $34.65 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: July 2009 Annotation: Known as the "Angel of the Battlefield" for her efforts during the American Civil War, Clara Barton is remembered today as a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. By the end of the 19th century, she was one of the most highly regarded American women on the planet, having brought relief to those suffering in wars and disasters the world over. Frightened as a child, insecure as an adult, and perpetually worried about her image, Barton was a thoroughly modern hero beset by difficulties, including those of her own making. In Clara Barton: Humanitarian, read about this brave nurse and founder of the American Red Cross. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference - General |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2008055372 |
Series: Women of Achievement (Hardcover) |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.6" W x 9.3" (0.85 lbs) 116 pages |
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Publisher Description: Known as the 'Angel of the Battlefield' for her efforts during the American Civil War, Clara Barton is remembered as a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. This title lets you read about this brave nurse and founder of the American Red Cross. |