I have just read "Year of Wonders" by Geraldine Brooks and
really enjoyed it. It is set in 1666 and describes the fortunes of an English
village during the plague through the eyes of a young woman. There is a story
line about midwifery and the views of people of that time in relation to
Along the lines of books to read- I know you probably already have read
it- but The Red Tent by Anita Diamant is another great book
when it comes to midwifery and womens bodies.
A private practicing midwife recommended it to me and I loved
it.
Take Care
Alphia
At 09:33 PM 24/05/2002 +0930,
