In this important nonfiction book, young readers take a trip back in time to learn the difference between nursing in the past and nursing today. Along with a history of nursing, readers will learn about Florence Nightingale, Clara Barton and the development of the Red Cross, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, midwives and all the responsibilities that come along with this admirable career. Intriguing facts, easy-to-read text and appealing images work in conjunction with the table of contents, glossary and index to give readers an experience that is both enjoyable and enlightening.