Petticoat Surgeon by Bertha Van Hoosen, Pioneer Woman Doctor |
Item #: BOC2225 Our price: $11.50 |
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Publisher: Peoples Book Club 1947 First Edition Approx. Size 8.25 x 5.5 inches -- 314 pages Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen was one of the pioneer women in American medicine. When she announced that she wanted to become a surgeon, her parents did not approve and wouldn't fund her schooling. Bertha worked odd jobs to earn money for her education. In 1888, she graduated with a degree in medicine and began her illustrious career as an obstetrician, gynecologist, surgeon, teacher, and women's health advocate. No dust jacket. Book is in very good condition. Decorated endpapers. Spotless interior. Slightly toned pages due to age. Very slightly bumped comers. Please see and enlarge photos and email with any questions prior to purchase. Thanks for stopping in! |
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