Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing

Nurses have been the foot soldiers of med., treating battlefield casualties, caring for the poor, comforting the dying, & fighting maladies ranging from TB & polio to AIDS. Here is the story of nursing from Roman times to the present, focusing on significant events, eras of conflict & social change, treatment innovations, landmark institutions, champions of women's health, & the evolution of mil. nursing. Covers important individuals, key nursing concepts, famous breakthroughs, historical eras, med., abortion pros & cons, ethnic cures, hospices, midwifery, native healers, hospital ships, Cadet Nurse Corps, pub's., & more. Includes a timeline of landmarks in nursing history & a detailed biblio. Numerous bio's. of healthcare pioneers & activists. Illus.Mary Ellen Snodgrass is the author of 'Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing', published 2004 under ISBN 9780756770839 and ISBN 0756770831.