Publisher's Synopsis
HARRIET H. SMITH, idealistic young nurse sets off for the Yale in China school of nursing and its hospital to apply her recent nursing qualification and build her knowledge and skills and pursue her humanitarian causes. Upon arriving she discovers much more than she thought possible: A fascinating country and culture offering adventure Professional challenges aplenty. A "strange" society and culture she soon learns to appreciate and love. A Roaring '20's social life, of dinners, dances, romance, challenged social mores and booze. Society in disarray with civic unrest, chaotic politics, militarism and war. Harriet questioning life and future. Enjoy, marvel at, wonder and laugh in reading how Harriet faces all ofthesechallenges. Discover how Harriet became so many things to so many people: Fiery, flag waving radical. Dedicated nurse and educator Gifted raconteur Keen observer of her life and times Adventuress Inspiration to thousands
