Witches, Midwives, & Nurses (Second Edition): A History of Women Healers (Contemporary Classics)

Witches, Midwives, and Nurses is a groundbreaking book that exposes the corruption of the medical establishment and its historic roots in witch hunters.

This updated edition delves into current fascinations with and controversies about witches, revealing our deep-seated fears and fantasies.

With a focus on the political and economic monopolization of medicine, this book provides a quick history that brings us up-to-date on today's changing attitudes toward childbirth, alternative medicine, and modern-day witches.

Written by Barbara Ehrenreich and Deirdre English, two renowned authors, this booklet will open your eyes to the reasons behind the suppression of women healers and the consequences of their absence in the medical field.

Don't miss out on this essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of healthcare and the role of women in shaping it.