E C LaurenceE. C. Laurence was an author and nurse whose writings reflect a deep commitment to the medical profession and the realities of caregiving in times of peace and war. Her early interest in medicine and service led her to formal training in a general hopital, where she gained experience that would later shape her perspective during international assignments. Laurence served as a nurse during the war, offering firsthand care in both military hospitals and field conditions, an experience that would form the basis of her memoir. Through her work, she conveyed the physical and emotional demands of nursing, often highlighting the role of compassion, precision, and endurance in the profession. In her writing, she documented not only her own journey but also offered broader commentary on the lives of nurses and the structures within which they worked. Her contributions helped illuminate the essential but often overlooked work of nurses during historical conflicts. Laurence s legacy remains tied to her ability to narrate the experience of caregiving with honesty, insight, and professional dignity. Read More Read Less