Mistress of Her Profession: Colonial Midwives of Sydney 1788-1901 by Lesley Potter

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Some minor edge wear.

This book weaves the stories of nine midwives into an account of the development of midwifery training in New South Wales. The women's lives span the nineteenth century and provide a fascinating perspective of maternity care and life in colonial Sydney.

"Potter has done a fine job uncovering the colonial story of a largely female profession that by its nature tends to remain hidden" Babette Smith The Australian 16 September 2017