Heroines of Service
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In the 19th century, the lives of women were changing, allowing those with drive to serve in other capacities beyond traditional roles. This book briefly examines the lives of eleven such women, ranging from 'Our Lady of the Red Cross', Clara Barton to 'A Champion of the Cause', Anna Howard Shaw and 'The White Mother of Darkest Africa', Mary Slessor.Book Details
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