Publisher's Synopsis
Published in the mid-18th century, this work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of midwifery. Percival Willughby's observations provide a window into the daily lives of rural women during this time period, as well as insights into the medical practices of the era. This book is an important reminder of the contributions of early modern women to the fields of medicine and science.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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