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Routledge Women's Bodies: A Social History of Health and Medicine

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Explore the complex relationship between women and medical history with Women's Bodies: A Social History of Women's Encounter with Health, Ill-Health and Medicine. Published by Routledge, this book examines how the physical experiences of women have shaped social values and the power dynamics between men and women throughout history. This text provides a deep look into how health and illness have influenced the concept of womanliness. Readers will learn about the historical use of herbs and the development of mechanical procedures for abortion. It is a significant resource for those studying the social history of medicine and the evolution of women's roles in society. Whether you are a student of anthropology, sociology, or medical history, this book offers a detailed perspective on how the female body has been perceived and treated. It connects physical health to the broader social structures that define gender relationships and cultural values.

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Examines how women's physical experiences have shaped historical values regarding womanliness.

Analyzes the power relationships between men and women through the lens of health and medicine.

Provides historical context on the use of herbs in women's healthcare.

Explores the history and use of mechanical procedures for abortion.

Offers a detailed social history of women's encounters with both health and ill-health.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
10 November 2017
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09 January 2018

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