The Formation of the Red Cross

Published in 1862, 'A Memory of Solferino' describes the horrific suffering of soldiers during the Battle of Solferino and proposes the formation of relief societies and international conventions to provide care for the wounded in wartime. This book was instrumental in the founding of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the establishment of the Geneva Conventions, which aim to humanize the conduct of war and protect those affected by it.

Published in 1811, 'Sense and Sensibility' is Jane Austen's first published novel. It tells the story of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, who, along with their mother and younger sister Margaret, are forced to leave their family estate after their father's death. The novel explores the contrast between Elinor's practical sense and Marianne's emotional sensibility as they experience romantic relationships and heartbreak. Elinor falls in love with Edward Ferrars, who is secretly engaged to another woman, while Marianne becomes infatuated with the unscrupulous John Willoughby. Through their experiences, Austen delves into themes of love, social class, and the balance between reason and emotion necessary for personal happiness.