Publisher's Synopsis
Written in the mid-19th century, this book offers a vivid and sometimes shocking account of women's health from the perspective of a leading American obstetrician and gynecologist. Written in the form of a series of letters to his students, the book offers a frank and informative discussion of the most prevalent diseases and complaints affecting women of the era.
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