July 26, 2025 • 16 mins
Explore the extraordinary life of Florence Nightingale through the eyes of renowned journalist and author, Sarah Tooley. Known for her biographies, including that of Queen Victoria, Tooley provides a captivating insight into Nightingales life. Published originally in 1904, the biography details the life of Nightingale, hailed as the founder of modern nursing. Beyond nursing, Nightingale was an accomplished statistician, social reformer, feminist, and author. This comprehensive biography is as riveting as it is educational, with Tooleys expert storytelling making it a must-listen.
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