Description
Discover 'Womb', a transformative exploration of the uterus by bestselling author Leah Hazard. In this compelling trade paperback, published by Little Brown in 2023, Hazard delves into the history, present, and future of the womb, revealing its importance in women's health and wellbeing. She navigates fascinating narratives, from the pioneering Californian doctor advocating for a period-free existence to the Scottish woman whose groundbreaking Caesarean section revolutionized childbirth. 'Womb' also uncovers the disturbing history of forced sterilizations in America and features groundbreaking techniques like uterine transplant surgery in Sweden.
This book is a powerful blend of medical history, personal stories, and journalistic inquiry that aims to educate and inspire readers. With its rich insights into 'womb wellness', it challenges societal norms and misconceptions about the uterus—a vital organ often shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding.
Join Leah Hazard as she shines a light on the womb's emotional and physical complexities, urging readers to rethink their perceptions of the body. 'Womb' is not just a book; it’s a pivotal discourse on women's health that everyone should read. A landmark text that advocates for awareness, understanding, and empowerment, it promises to change how you think about bodies forever.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW; ISBN: 9780349015781; Format: Trade paperback (UK); Year: 2023.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780349015781
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Little Brown
Description:
A landmark book on the womb - its history, its present and the possibilities for its future - by the bestselling author of Hard Pushed: A Midwife's Story
'It will change the way you think about bodies forever' Rachel Clarke, author of Dear Life
'A phenomenal book' Elinor Cleghorn, author of Unwell Women
'Sharp and political, learned and wise' Katherine May, author of Wintering
The womb is the most miraculous organ in the body - with the power to bring life or cause death; to yield joy or pain - yet most of us know almost nothing about it.
In this book, midwife and bestselling author Leah Hazard sets out on a journey to explore the rich past, complex present and dynamic future of the uterus. She speaks to the Californian doctor who believes women deserve a period-free life; walks in the footsteps of the Scottish woman whose Caesarean section changed childbirth forever; uncovers America's long history of forced and coercive sterilisation; observes uterine transplant surgery in Sweden and takes a very personal dive into the world of 'womb wellness'.
Written with wisdom, warmth and nuance, and combining the author's years of experience as a midwife with medical history, scientific discovery and journalistic inquiry, Womb is an extraordinary exploration of a woefully under-researched and misunderstood organ. Above all, the book reveals that the uterus is more than the sum of its biological parts:
This book is a powerful blend of medical history, personal stories, and journalistic inquiry that aims to educate and inspire readers. With its rich insights into 'womb wellness', it challenges societal norms and misconceptions about the uterus—a vital organ often shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding.
Join Leah Hazard as she shines a light on the womb's emotional and physical complexities, urging readers to rethink their perceptions of the body. 'Womb' is not just a book; it’s a pivotal discourse on women's health that everyone should read. A landmark text that advocates for awareness, understanding, and empowerment, it promises to change how you think about bodies forever.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW; ISBN: 9780349015781; Format: Trade paperback (UK); Year: 2023.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780349015781
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Little Brown
Description:
A landmark book on the womb - its history, its present and the possibilities for its future - by the bestselling author of Hard Pushed: A Midwife's Story
'It will change the way you think about bodies forever' Rachel Clarke, author of Dear Life
'A phenomenal book' Elinor Cleghorn, author of Unwell Women
'Sharp and political, learned and wise' Katherine May, author of Wintering
The womb is the most miraculous organ in the body - with the power to bring life or cause death; to yield joy or pain - yet most of us know almost nothing about it.
In this book, midwife and bestselling author Leah Hazard sets out on a journey to explore the rich past, complex present and dynamic future of the uterus. She speaks to the Californian doctor who believes women deserve a period-free life; walks in the footsteps of the Scottish woman whose Caesarean section changed childbirth forever; uncovers America's long history of forced and coercive sterilisation; observes uterine transplant surgery in Sweden and takes a very personal dive into the world of 'womb wellness'.
Written with wisdom, warmth and nuance, and combining the author's years of experience as a midwife with medical history, scientific discovery and journalistic inquiry, Womb is an extraordinary exploration of a woefully under-researched and misunderstood organ. Above all, the book reveals that the uterus is more than the sum of its biological parts: