“The Frontier Nursing Service America’s First Rural Nurse” by Marie Bartlett is a textbook that delves into the history and social science of the first rural nurse midwife service in the United States. Published in 2008 by Mcfarland & Company, this trade paperback covers topics in sociology, regional studies, gynecology & obstetrics, and the general history of the United States. The book is part of the Contributions to Southern Appalachian Studies series and is written in English. With 250 pages, this text is suitable for adult education and further education levels, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of healthcare in rural America.