The Life of Clara Barton
Biography of the Founder of the American Red CrossBy William E. Barton
Length26h
About this audiobook
In "The Life of Clara Barton," William E. Barton crafts a meticulously researched biography that illuminates the profound contributions of Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross. Written in a thoughtful and engaging literary style, the book delves deep into Barton's early life, her pioneering work in humanitarian efforts, and her role in the American Civil War. Barton emerges not only as a dedicated nurse and reformer but also as a symbol of compassion and resilience in times of conflict. Barton's founder of the Red Cross epitomizes the intersection of an evolving society and the nascent field of organized medical aid, reflecting a vital period in American history where social responsibility began to take shape. William E. Barton, an esteemed historian known for his comprehensive studies on American figures, draws upon abundant primary sources, letters, and contemporaneous accounts to construct this vivid portrait of Barton. His extensive academic background, specifically in American history and social reform movements, serves as a foundation for this biography, enabling him to contextualize Barton's achievements within the broader scope of 19th-century America. This book is highly recommended for both general readers and scholars alike, offering valuable insights into philanthropy and social justice. "The Life of Clara Barton" not only honors a remarkable woman but also invites reflection on the moral imperatives of service and compassion in our contemporary society.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length26 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Life of Clara Barton
22Chapter XX On the Lecture Platform
2Introduction
23Chapter I Her First Knowledge of the Red Cross
3Chapter I Her First Attempt at Autobiography
24Chapter II The Franco-Prussian War
4Chapter II The Birth of Clara Barton
25Chapter III Her Illness Following the Franco-Prussian War
5Chapter III Her Ancestry
26Chapter IV Returning Home
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6Chapter IV Her Parentage and Infancy
27Chapter V The Years of Sickness and Recovery 1873-1880
7Chapter V Her Schools and Teachers
28Chapter VI The Forerunners of the Red Cross
8Chapter VI The Days of Her Youth
29Chapter VII The Years of Lonely Struggle
9Chapter VII Her First Experience as a Teacher
30Chapter VIII The Birth of the American Red Cross
10Chapter VIII Leaves from Her Unpublished Autobiography
31Chapter IX The Trials of a Treaty
11Chapter IX The Heart of Clara Barton
32Chapter X The Perils of Success
12Chapter X From Schoolroom to Patent Office
33Chapter XI Clara Barton at Sherborn
13Chapter XI The Battle Cry of Freedom
34Chapter XII The Red Cross in Peace
14Chapter XII Home and Country
35Chapter XIII Clara Barton at Home and Abroad
15Chapter XIII Clara Barton to the Front
36Chapter XIV Clara Barton in Cuba
16Chapter XIV Harper’s Ferry to Antietam
37Chapter XV Clara Barton’s Retirement from the Red Cross
17Chapter XV Clara Barton’s Change of Base
38Chapter XVI Clara Barton at Home
18Chapter XVI The Attempt to Recapture Fort Sumter
39Chapter XVII Clara Barton’s Religion
19Chapter XVII From the Wilderness to the James
40Chapter XVIII The Personality of Clara Barton
20Chapter XVIII To the End of the War
41Chapter XIX Clara Barton’s Last Years
21Chapter XIX Andersonville and After
42Chapter XX Clara Barton’s Death and Resurrection
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