Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
Ellen Newbold La Motte (1873–1961) was an American nurse, journalist and author. She is known for her book The Backwash of War in which she chronicled her experience as a nurse in World War I in an often bitter and cynical manner. She was also a leading practitioner in the treatment of tuberculosis and an advocate for addressing opium addiction in China.
Peking Dust
"Peking Dust" by Ellen N. La Motte is a collection of travel essays written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's experiences and ...
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
The Opium Monopoly
"The Opium Monopoly" by Ellen N. La Motte is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the complex issues surrounding ...
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
The Tuberculosis Nurse: Her Function and Her Qualifications A Handbook for Practical Workers in the Tuberculosis Campaign
"The Tuberculosis Nurse: Her Function and Her Qualifications" by Ellen N. La Motte is a handbook for practical workers in the tuberculosis campaign wr...
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
The Backwash of War The Human Wreckage of the Battlefield as Witnessed by an American Hospital Nurse
"The Backwash of War" by Ellen N. La Motte is a collection of poignant sketches and observations written in the early 20th century. The book gives a f...
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte
Civilization: Tales of the Orient
"Civilization: Tales of the Orient" by Ellen N. La Motte is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives explore th...
By Ellen N. (Ellen Newbold) La Motte