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Witches, Midwives, And Nurses: A History Of Women Healers (Contemporary Classics)
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Witches, Midwives, And Nurses Examines How Womenled Healing Was Delegitimized To Make Way For Patriarchy, Capitalism, And The Emerging Medical Industry.As We Watch Another Agonizing Attempt To Shift The Future Of Healthcare In The United States, We Are Reminded Of The Longevity Of This Crisis, And How Firmly Entrenched We Are In A System That Doesn'T Work.First Published By The Feminist Press In 1973, Witches, Midwives, And Nurses Is An Essential Book About The Corruption Of The Medical Establishment And Its Historic Roots In Witch Hunters. In This New And Updated Edition, Barbara Ehrenreich And Deirdre English Delve Into The Current Fascination With And Controversies About Witches, Exposing Our Fears And Fantasies. They Build On Their Classic Expos On The Demonization Of Women Healers And The Political And Economic Monopolization Of Medicine. This Quick History Brings Us Uptodate, Exploring Today'S Changing Attitudes Toward Childbirth, Alternative Medicine, And Modernday Witches.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Witches, Midwives, and Nurses'? A: The book examines how women-led healing practices were marginalized by patriarchal and capitalist structures, leading to the demonization of women healers throughout history.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Barbara Ehrenreich and Deirdre English.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'Witches, Midwives, and Nurses'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 112 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: It was published on July 1, 2010.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for understanding the history of women in medicine? A: Yes, it provides a critical analysis of women's roles in healing and the historical context of the medical establishment.
- Q: What kind of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in feminist studies, medical history, and the evolution of women's roles in healthcare would find this book valuable.
- Q: Does the book discuss contemporary issues in healthcare? A: Yes, it explores modern attitudes toward childbirth and alternative medicine, relating them to historical narratives.