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The Midwife
The Midwife
Author: Gay Courter
Hannah Blau, a young midwife, is driven by a passion to help other women--from Russian noblewomen to prostitutes--bring their babies safely into the world. After surviving pogroms, she emigrates to America where midwives present an economic threat to the emerging specialty of obstetrics, but the greatest challenge Hannah faces is from three men-...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780451115034
ISBN-10: 0451115031
Publication Date: 4/2/1985
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3.6 stars, based on 31 ratings
Publisher: Signet
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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I almost didn't list this book-it is one you will want to read and reread. Part thriller, part drama, and the complex relationship of a mother and daughter. Thought provoking questions about midwivery and delivery.
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This novel and its sequel The Midwife's Advice, are fascinating. They tell the tale of Hannah Sokolow, Jewish-American immigrant and midwife. A look at the world of early 20th century immigrant New York, and how many of today's controversies were shaped by the events of 100 years ago.

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I read this for a reading book clud read -- I laughed, I cried, I learned --- well written, good story, informative, good characters! Good read!
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Historical, steamy novel.... first 150 pages go a little slow - but then it picks up - way up - I love this book and have read it twice. Full of accurate medical and historical facts and circumstances - especially around midwifery and childbirth.
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Almost didn't post it too. It was a great story that I re-read and enjoyed each time I re-read it.


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