Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing

The content is well researched and the author has succeeded in compiling a great deal of historical material about nursing … that makes this excellent encyclopedia a worthwhile reference book. * American Reference Books Annual *
Belongs in academic libraries supporting nursing programs, and a handsome addition to a nurse's or nursing student's personal library. * Choice *
A wonderful addition to any reference collection. * Library Journal *
I highly recommend Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing for any academic library whose institution has a nursing program. Larger public libraries should also consider purchasing this fine book. * Reference & User Services Quarterly *
The Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing is a joy to read. From the preface to the introduction through each and every entry, the author brings life and sensitivity to the dynamic history of nursing [and] treats the subject with the greatest of justice … The Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing is a must for any library that holds a collection of nursing literature, women's studies, and history in general. * E-Streams *
…a 'must' for any serious medical library collection… * The Bookwatch *
…the book clearly illustrates the development of nursing in North America from British and continental influences into a dynamic profession which continues to enhance the standard of nursing world wide … this is a well written and well referenced work … Snodgrass offers her readers a facinating insight into the development of nursing from the perspective of one of the most important providers of health care in the western world. * Internurse.com *