Florence Nightingale

Florence Nightingale (1820–1910) is world-famous, yet little known. Her name is surrounded by legends and stereotypes. But who was this woman to whom countless people owe their lives? With her innovative methods, she revolutionized nursing. Few know the obstacles she had to overcome to achieve this. This biography vividly traces her external and internal development. It explores how she recognized her calling and learned to embrace it. It also illustrates how, despite setbacks, she found the strength to break free from the constraints of societal expectations and live out her vocation, particularly as a woman. Numerous source texts allow Florence Nightingale to speak for herself.