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Junonesia Or Women Rescued
A Treatise Relating To Prevalence, Practice, And Evil Tendencies Of Man-Midwifery (1838)
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256 pages
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The book critically examines the role of male midwives in childbirth, highlighting their unnecessary presence and the potential harm they bring to women's privacy and dignity. It delves into the historical rise of man-midwifery, exploring the social and cultural factors that led to its acceptance. The author argues against the practice, emphasizing its negative impact on women's health and well-being. This facsimile reprint preserves the original work's significance, contributing to the discourse on women's rights and healthcare practices of the time.
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2008, paperback
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