Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Sophia Jex-Blake is a biography written by Margaret Georgina Todd in 1918. The book chronicles the life of Sophia Jex-Blake, a pioneering British physician who fought for women's education and the right to practice medicine. Jex-Blake was born in 1840 and grew up in a family of activists who believed in women's rights. Her father was a lawyer and her mother was a social reformer. Despite facing many obstacles, Jex-Blake was determined to become a doctor and studied medicine in Edinburgh, Scotland. She faced discrimination and hostility from male students and professors, but she persevered and eventually graduated with honors. Jex-Blake went on to establish a medical school for women and became a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement. The book provides a detailed account of Jex-Blake's personal and professional life, including her struggles and triumphs. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by women in the medical profession during the 19th century. The Life of Sophia Jex-Blake is a fascinating and inspiring read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and the medical profession.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.
