Book Club; Witches, Midwives, and Nurses

Hey there! I've noticed it's been a while since I dropped a book recommendation your way. Well, guess what? It's the perfect time to start the new year with a fresh perspective! I've got a must-read for you: "Witches, Midwives, and Nurses - A History of Women Healers" by Barbara Ehrenreich and Deirdre English. Let me give you a sneak peek from the back cover to get you intrigued:

This book is a gem that emerged from the second wave of feminism in the United States during the early 1970s. Back then, feminists began to realize that the healthcare system was mistreating or unjustly treating women in various ways. Women in healthcare were often confined to roles like nursing and assistant nursing. The feminists started questioning whether women could always be disempowered in matters related to their bodies and health. They discovered that women's ignorance and disempowerment weren't age-old issues but rather the result of a power struggle that unfolded in America in the early 19th century, just before the rise of modern medicine. Similar signs of a power struggle extending to the early modern period in Europe were identified. They understood how frequently women healers in this period were targeted as "witches." Historically, there's no consistent justification for excluding women from healing roles. The book takes you on an exploration of the real history of women labeled as witches, unveiling the dark sides of the medical science's past. It challenges stereotypes and makes you realize that things are not always as they seem. It's a guide to understanding your body, appreciating the importance of science, and delving into the real history behind it all.

After reading it, who knows, you might want to gift it as a New Year's present to someone special. Happy reading! 📚✨