Book Review

No Man’s Land – The Trailblazing Women Who Ran Britain’s Most Extraordinary Military Hospital During World War I by Wendy Moore — 298 pages

This is an amazing history of female doctors who blazed so many new trails! World War I was such a horrifying experience. It caused many unprecedented medical and logistical hurdles. These women were awe inspiring. The book enlightened me about a time of history where an amazing number of new procedures and ways of dealing …

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The Cartiers – The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewelry Empire by Francesca Brickell — 543 pages

What a fascinating true tale. Because of a chance discovery of a trunk  of letters, a Cartier granddaughter is able to recreate the history of this notable family. The family is full of interesting characters – Alfred, the father, established the Cartier brand in Paris. His three sons took on the family legacy and built …

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