

And as a science, we expect medicine to uphold the principles of evidence and impartiality. ‘We are taught that medicine is the art of solving our body’s mysteries. ‘UNWELL WOMEN is a powerful and fascinating book t hat takes an unsparing look at how women’s bodies have been misunderstood and misdiagnosed for centuries.

‘One of the most important books of our generation’ Fern Riddell ‘A searing, brilliant investigation, an intricate and urgent book on how women’s health has constantly been misunderstood and miscast throughout history’ Kate Williams

‘A passionate and indignant history’ The Times ‘A richly detailed, wide-ranging and enraging history… Unwell Women is not just a compelling investigation, but an essential one’ Observer ‘Seamlessly melding scholarship with passion, Unwell Women is the definition of unputdownable’ Telegraph
