A Treatise on the Art of Midwifery: Setting Forth Various Abuses Therein, Especially as to the Practice With Instruments: the Whole Serving to Put All Rational Inquirers in a Fair Way of Very Safely Forming Their Own Judgement Upon the Question; Which It Is Best to Employ, in Cases of Pregnancy and Lying-in, a Man-midwife; Or, a Midwife

Author: Nihell, Elizabeth

Synopsis:

In 'A Treatise on the Art of Midwifery', Elizabeth Nihell explores the controversial topic of employing either a man-midwife or a midwife during pregnancy and childbirth. She delves into the various abuses that occur within the practice, particularly those involving the use of instruments. By presenting a comprehensive analysis, Nihell aims to empower readers to make their own informed judgments on this important question.

Genres: Non-fiction, Medical literature, Feminist literature

Themes: Gender roles, Women's empowerment, Medical ethics

Subjects:

• Midwifery -- Early works to 1800
• Obstetrics -- Early works to 1800

Read on Gutenberg

Back to Homepage