Dr. Mary Edwards Walker: Civil War Sugeon and Medal of Honor Recipient Civil War Sugeon and Medal of Honor Recipient |
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| Author:
| Goldsmith, Bonnie Z. |
| Series title: | Military Heroes Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61613-359-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2010 |
| Publisher: | ABDO Publishing Company
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| Imprint: | Essential Library |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $38.50 |
Book Description:
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This title examines the remarkable life of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker. Readers will learn about Walker's family background, childhood, education, work as a physician, and societal contributions. Covered in detail is Walker's work as a surgeon during the American Civil War, for which she received the Congressional Medal of Honor. Also included are Walker's efforts as a pioneer for women's rights, including voting rights and dress reform. Color photos, detailed maps, and informative...
More DescriptionThis title examines the remarkable life of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker. Readers will learn about Walker's family background, childhood, education, work as a physician, and societal contributions. Covered in detail is Walker's work as a surgeon during the American Civil War, for which she received the Congressional Medal of Honor. Also included are Walker's efforts as a pioneer for women's rights, including voting rights and dress reform. Color photos, detailed maps, and informative sidebars accompany engaging text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Military Heroes is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.