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Includes bibliographical references (pages 303-307) and index. |
| Summary |
"Elizabeth Blackwell believed from an early age that she was destined for a mission beyond the scope of "ordinary" womanhood. Though the world at first recoiled at the notion of a woman studying medicine, her intelligence and intensity ultimately won her the acceptance of the male medical establishment. In 1849, she became the first woman in America to receive an M.D. She was soon joined in her iconic achievement by her younger sister, Emily, who was actually the more brilliant physician.Exploring the sisters allies, enemies, and enduring partnership, Janice P. Nimura presents a story of trial and triumph. Together, the Blackwells founded the New York Infirmary for Indigent Women and Children, the first hospital staffed entirely by women. Both sisters were tenacious and visionary, but their convictions did not always align with the emergence of womens rightsor with each other." -- Provided by publisher. |
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Blackwell, Elizabeth, 1821-1910.
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Blackwell, Emily, 1826-1910.
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Women physicians -- United States -- Biography.
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Women in medicine -- United States -- Biography.
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Sexism in medicine.
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| Other title |
How two pioneering sisters brought medicine to women--and women to medicine |
| ISBN |
9780393635546
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0393635546
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