Publisher's Synopsis
Let There Be Life: The Contemporary Account Of Edna L. Griffin, M. D. by Branson, Helen Kitchen is a biographical book that tells the story of Edna L. Griffin, a pioneering African American woman who became a doctor in the mid-twentieth century. The book follows Griffin's life from her childhood in rural Mississippi to her medical education at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and her subsequent work as a physician in Chicago, Illinois.Throughout the book, Branson explores the many challenges that Griffin faced as a black woman in a field dominated by white men. These challenges included discrimination, racism, and sexism, as well as the difficulties of balancing a demanding career with family life.Despite these obstacles, Griffin persevered and became a respected physician and community leader. She was a strong advocate for women's health and reproductive rights, and she played an important role in the civil rights movement.Let There Be Life is a powerful and inspiring account of one woman's determination to overcome adversity and make a difference in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, civil rights, and the struggle for equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
