Noble Woman The Life-Story of Edith Cavell by Ernest Protheroe is a captivating and inspiring biography of a truly remarkable woman. Edith Cavell's selflessness, courage, and dedication to helping others during World War I is truly inspirational and her story is one that deserves to be told.

Protheroe does an excellent job of painting a vivid picture of Cavell's life, from her early years as a nurse to her ultimate sacrifice in the face of danger. The author's attention to detail and thorough research is evident throughout the book, making it a compelling and informative read.

Cavell's unwavering commitment to her beliefs and her determination to help those in need, despite the risks involved, is truly admirable. Her story serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and the impact that one person can have on the world.

Overall, Noble Woman The Life-Story of Edith Cavell is a beautifully written and poignant tribute to an extraordinary woman. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, women's roles in war, or simply in need of some inspiration.

Book Description:

Edith L. Cavell (1865–1915) was a British nurse who attended to soldiers of both sides during World War I, and helped some 200 Allied soldiers escape from German-occupied Belgium, for which she was arrested, court-martialed, found guilty of treason and sentenced to death. Attempts to mount an appeal failed, and she was summarily executed within hours of the sentence by a German firing squad. Publication of the news prompted spontaneous grief and worldwide condemnation. Many memorials were created around the world, including a statue adjacent to Trafalgar Square in London. --Adapted from Wikipedia

NOTE: After recording Chapter 7, the reader became aware that the subject's family pronounced the surname as it rhymes with "gravel", and he therefore pronounces it CAvel in subsequent chapters.

The first edition of this book was published in 1916. The final portion of Chapter 15 is from a later edition. ( Wikipedia page on Edith Cavell)