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In Search of Mary Seacole is a superb and revealing biography that explores her remarkable achievements and unique status as an icon of the 19th century but also corrects some of the myths that have grown around her life and career. -
Goodreads calls this book, A love letter to data storytelling, and the book itself states that it takes readers on a journey through this subject, capturing its essence, with each chapter unveiling a rich tapestry of insights, tracing the evolution of charts from mere shadows of civilisation to potent instruments of persuasion. -
From the very beginning, in 1948, the National Health Service (NHS) actively recruited Irish women and men were to train and work as nurses in British hospitals. By the 1960s approximately 30,000 Irish-born nurses were working across the institution, making up around 12% of all nursing staff. Based on 45 interviews, this book tells the stories of Irish nurses in their own words using rich oral history and photographs. -
Meet Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Growing up in an upper-class family, it was expected that Florence would find a husband and live a life of luxury—but that kind of life wasn’t for her. Her calling was caring for the sick and the poor, so she followed her passion with her whole heart and trained to be a nurse. When war broke out, Florence travelled to nurse wounded soldiers but found that the hospitals were so dirty that they were making people ill! This experience inspired her to lead a healthcare revolution, and she became the mother of modern nursing, introducing care practices still followed today. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the social reformer’s life. -
Beyond the big sites that we all know and love, London is a place that people proudly call home. Packed with quirky craft breweries, hidden live music spots and secluded community gardens that Londoners can’t get enough of; this stylish book helps you see all sides of this welcoming city. -
Delightful blue tea caddy, with hinged lid, containing 20 individually wrapped Earl Grey Tea bags. -
What happens inside a hospital? Lift over 50 flaps to find out and meet some of the amazing people who work there. From A&E departments to outpatients, lots of different areas of the hospital are explored. What is it like to have a test, stay overnight or even have an operation? -
Create thermotropic optical illusions. 4 designs plus 1 blank card to make your own design. Slot the card onto the stick and then roll the stick between your hands and watch as the images on both sides of the card combine to create a full picture. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age as small parts may present a choking hazard. -
High quality tote bag featuring the wonderful Mary Seacole quote, “I never thought too exclusively of money, believing rather that we were born to be happy”. -
Brighten your feet with these funky coloured socks. Ideal for microbiologists and medical professionals as the socks are covered with brightly coloured images of bacteria. -
Small flower press with paper and card inserts. Create pressed flowers for all your creative ventures. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age as small parts may present a choking hazard. -
Metal and enamel pin badge depicting Nightingale’s coxcomb diagram.
