Publisher's Synopsis
Petticoat Surgeon is a book written by Bertha Van Hoosen, and this particular edition is the Large Print one. The book is a memoir that tells the story of Van Hoosen's life as a pioneering female doctor in the early 20th century. She was born in Michigan in 1863 and was raised by a family of doctors who encouraged her to pursue medicine. Despite facing many obstacles and discrimination, she went on to become one of the first women to graduate from the University of Michigan Medical School. The book follows Van Hoosen's journey as she establishes her own medical practice and becomes a respected surgeon. She faced many challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, but she persevered and became a trailblazer for future generations of female doctors. Along the way, she also shares stories of her personal life, including her marriage and motherhood. Petticoat Surgeon is a fascinating and inspiring account of a woman who defied expectations and made a lasting impact on the medical profession. The Large Print edition is designed for readers who may have difficulty with smaller font sizes, making it accessible to a wider audience.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.
