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Written in 1857, this is the autobiography of a Jamaican woman whose fame rivalled Florence Nightingale's during the Crimean War. Seacole's offer to volunteer as a nurse in the war met with racism and refusal. Undaunted, Seacole set out independently to the Crimea where she acted as doctor and 'mother' to wounded soldiers while running her business, the 'British Hotel'. A witness to key battles, she gives vivid accounts of how she coped with disease, bombardment and other hardships at the Crimean battlefront.

Mary Jane Seacole (1805­-1881) was a British Jamaican nurse, author, world traveler, and businesswoman renowned for her work with the soldiers of the Crimean War.

Summary by Dream Audiobooks:Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands by Mary Seacole is an autobiography recounting her remarkable life as a nurse, entrepreneur, and traveler. Born in Jamaica, Seacole describes her mixed-race heritage, her experiences caring for the sick, and her determination to serve during the Crimean War. Defying racial and gender barriers, she worked alongside soldiers on the frontlines, gaining widespread respect for her bravery and compassion. The book offers a unique perspective on 19th-century society and highlights Seacole’s resilience and humanitarian ...