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The story of the Covid crisis told by a nurse who was newly qualified as an advanced clinical practitioner, responsible for life and death decisions about the patients she saw. Covering her experiences, both before and during the pandemic, this book is by turns both heartbreaking and heartwarming, shining a light on the compassion and dedication of hospital staff during these dark days. -
Mark your place in a good read with a charming bookmark that slips easily around your book. Fun and quirky, this is a lovely gift for the bookworm in your life, or indeed for you. -
A set of paper encased pens that are flat enough to use as a bookmark. Choose one of the six lovely designs, from golden feather quill to very upmarket ballpoint, any time you are looking for a writing implement...or indeed a way to mark your page. A useful, unique and quirky gift for the book reader and notebook carrier in your life, or indeed for yourself! -
"Whenever I am infuriated, I revenge myself with a new diagram.”— Florence Nightingale, 1857 Florence Nightingale used colourful diagrams to persuade royals and generals to adopt reforms that prevented countless deaths. This volume tells the story of exactly how she did it. -
A great new kind of history book. Not only do you learn tales of the past, but it also explains where the tales come from and how and why they can change depending upon who is telling them, and why. -
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. -
Novelty plastic pen, in the shape of a syringe, containing red liquid and marked with 0.5ml scale on the side. The mechanism of the pen resembles the plunger of the syringe, and the nib of the pen is returned to the casing by pressing the release button on the side. -
‘The Unstoppable Mary Seacole’ is a vivid and richly illustrated first person account of Mary’s adventures, most notably her nursing of wounded soldiers in the Crimea. Mary Seacole’s persistence and bravery shine through, despite all the barriers put in her way, in this inspirational children’s book. -
On the 31st December 1852 Nightingale reflected on the past year. The last day of the year. I am so glad this year is over. Nevertheless it has not been wasted, I trust. I have remodelled my whole religious belief from beginning to end. I have learnt to know God. I have recast my social belief; I have them both written for use, when my hour is come. The tangible result was a booklet entitled Begin. Dedication. To the Artisans of England, now published for the first time. -
Grow your own collection of elegant flowers treasured by the Victorians – Canterbury Bells, Larkspur and Candytuft; just add water!
