Publisher's Synopsis
Service In Servia: Under The Red Cross is a memoir written by Emma Maria Pearson in 1877. The book details her experiences while serving as a nurse during the Russo-Turkish War in Serbia. Pearson was a member of the British Red Cross Society and was part of a group of volunteers who were sent to Serbia to assist with the war effort. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the war and the situation in Serbia at the time. Pearson describes the devastation caused by the conflict and the suffering of the Serbian people. She also discusses the challenges faced by the Red Cross volunteers, including the lack of medical supplies and the difficulty of working in a war zone.The second part of the book is a personal account of Pearson's experiences as a nurse in Serbia. She describes the patients she treated, the medical procedures she performed, and the emotional toll of working in a war zone. Pearson also provides insights into the culture and customs of the Serbian people, as well as her interactions with other volunteers and medical professionals.Overall, Service In Servia: Under The Red Cross is a compelling account of a little-known chapter in the history of nursing and humanitarian aid. It offers a unique perspective on the Russo-Turkish War and the role of the Red Cross in providing medical assistance to those affected by conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
