Pioneer Work In Opening The Medical Profession To Women: Autobiographical Sketches (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163607930)

Pioneer Work in Opening the Medical Profession to Women: Autobiographical Sketches is a book written by Elizabeth Blackwell, a pioneer in women's rights and the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. The book is a collection of autobiographical sketches that chronicle Blackwell's journey to becoming a doctor, as well as her efforts to open up the medical profession to women.The book begins with Blackwell's childhood and early education, and follows her as she travels to Europe to study medicine. Blackwell describes the challenges she faced as a woman trying to gain acceptance in the male-dominated field of medicine, and the discrimination she encountered from both her male colleagues and the general public.Despite these obstacles, Blackwell persevered and eventually founded the New York Infirmary for Women and Children, which provided medical care to women who were unable to access healthcare due to their gender. Through her work at the infirmary and her advocacy for women's rights, Blackwell helped pave the way for future generations of female doctors.Overall, Pioneer Work in Opening the Medical Profession to Women: Autobiographical Sketches is a fascinating account of one woman's determination to break down barriers and make a difference in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and the medical profession.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Elizabeth Blackwell
ISBN-10: 1163607932
ISBN-13: 9781163607930
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 276
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d