Written by Susan Goldman Rubin, Illustrated by Richie Pope
This is the story of a woman of color who ministered to the sick and injured during the Crimean war. She was a contemporary of Florence Nightingale. Mary used herbal medicine from her upbringing in Jamaica to heal and comfort wounded soldiers. She saved many lives and should be remembered for her work. Another hidden history because of her skin color.
Reviewed by Martia Schulze, School Staff, Western Hills Elementary
Review shared in February 2021
Rating: ★★★★★ (5 stars)
Interest Level: 4th through 6th Grade
Mary Seacole: Bound for the Battlefield
Written by Susan Goldman Rubin, Illustrated by Richie Pope
Candlewick Press
48 pages
Release Date: October 13, 2020
ISBN: 9780763679941
A review copy was provided by the publisher.
