The American Way of Birth

By: Jessica Mitford

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Synopsis: This provocative book shows how and in what circumstances Americans give birth. It is not about the miracle of life, but about the role of money and politics in a lucrative industry; a saga of champagne birthing suites for the rich, and desperate measures for the poor. It is a colorful history -- from the torture and burning of midwives in medieval times, through the absurd pretensions of the modest Victorian age, to this century's vast succession of anesthetic, technological, and "natural" birthing fashions. And it is a comprehensive indictment of the politics of birth and national health. Explores conventional and alternative methods.

Book Quality:: Excellent
Book Size:: 335 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9780452270688
Publisher:: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated
Date of Addition:: 05/15/09
Copyrighted By:: Jessica Mitford
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Health, Mind and Body, Parenting and Family, Social Studies
Submitted By:: 170
Proofread By:: 170
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.