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Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands

Mary Seacole
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Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1990

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Mary Seacole

Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1990
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Jamaica, Panama, Crimea • 19th Century

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands is an autobiographical narrative by Mary Seacole, a Jamaican-born nurse who shares her diverse experiences and travels across the world. The book highlights her humanitarian efforts during the Crimean War and provides insight into her interactions with various cultures while overcoming challenges and prejudices.

Inspirational

Adventurous

Informative

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,978 ratings

53%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mary Seacole's Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands is celebrated for its vivid storytelling and historical significance, offering a unique perspective on 19th-century global exploration and medicine. However, some critics note its lack of depth in certain narrative aspects. Overall, Seacole’s resilience and empathy shine, making it an inspiring read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands?

Readers who enjoy Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands by Mary Seacole are often interested in historical autobiographies, travel narratives, and pioneering women. Fans of The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano or Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl may find this book appealing for its firsthand perspective on 19th-century life.

3.9

1,978 ratings

53%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Jamaica, Panama, Crimea • 19th Century

Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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