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The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole

The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole

Published: 5 Sep 2019

Paperback / softback, 128 pages

Recommended for age 7+ and 9+

By Naida Redgrave

Illustrated by Alleanna Harris

Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK

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Mary Seacole is now known for her medical work in the Crimean war, and as a brilliant woman who combated the racial prejudice she experienced in her lifetime. But for a long time her story was lost. From growing up in Kingston, Jamaica as the daughter of a doctress to helping soldiers in the war, discover the details of the amazing life that Mary Seacole led in this beautifully illustrated book with real-life stories, timelines and facts.

Tagged Black British History , significant lives , Victorians and women in history

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