Author Description

The Art Of Midwifery Is The First Book To Examine Midwives' Lives And Work Across Europe In The Early Modern Period. Drawing On A Vast Range Of Archival Material From England, Holland, Germany, France, Italy And Spain, The Contributors Show The Diversity In Midwives' Practices, Competence, Socio-economic Background And Education, As Well As Their Public Function And Image. The Art Of Midwifery Is An Excellent Resource For Students Of Women's History, Social History And Medical History.