02148cam a22003253u 4500 18530 UtSlPG 20260610133431.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 R McLaren, Eva Shaw Elsie Inglis: The Woman with the Torch Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-06-07 Produced by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Elsie Inglis: The Woman with the Torch" by Eva Shaw McLaren is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Elsie Inglis, a pioneering medical doctor and suffragist known for her vital role in establishing hospitals staffed entirely by women during World War I, particularly in Serbia. It highlights her courage and selflessness, as well as her impact on women's rights and healthcare. At the start of the memoir, the narrative sets the stage for Inglis's remarkable contributions and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated profession. It introduces her characteristic optimism and tenacity, emphasizing her dedication to providing medical assistance and advocating for women's suffrage. The opening chapters feature tributes to her spirit and strength, depicting her emergence as a significant figure in both medical and social movements. These insights lay the groundwork for understanding her endeavors and the legacy she left behind for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inglis, Elsie Maud, 1864-1917 Physicians -- Scotland -- Biography Ashwell, Lena, 1872-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18530 59916 59916