This volume presents a historical snapshot of nursing practices and discourse from August 1964, as documented in The Canadian Nurse. It offers insights into the professional landscape of nursing during that era, featuring articles and discussions that reflect the concerns and standards of the time. The content is drawn from a specific issue of a professional journal, providing a primary source for understanding the evolution of nursing. The excerpt highlights a definition of courage, suggesting a focus on the ethical and personal fortitude expected of nurses.

This reprint offers a direct window into the professional discourse of Canadian nursing in the mid-1960s. The inclusion of a definition of courage suggests a focus on the character and resilience expected of the profession. As a historical document, its value lies in providing primary source material for understanding the evolution of nursing standards and perspectives.