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Laurel Thatcher Ulrich - A Midwife's Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812

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On the basis of a diary, Ulrich gives the reader an intimate and densely imagined portrait of the industrious and reticent Martha Ballard and her society--a portrait that sheds light on its medical practices, religious squabbles and sexual mores. A winner of the Pulitzer Prize.

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Authors	Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
Nonfiction Category	Biography & Autobiography
Nonfiction Subcategory	• •
Awards	1991 Bancroft Prize

Professional Reviews

Professional Reviews

<b><i>Christian Science Monitor</i>:</b> "Along with its depictions of a strong and generous feminine society, Ballard's diary offers none of the stereotypical notions of female gatherings. It is devoid of cattiness or gossip....Fortunately, Ulrich uses only snippets of Ballard's diary to illustrate her point, rather than reprinting long passages from the often tedious journal....But ultimately it is Ballard's matter-of-fact voice the reader is left with--sharing a tale of spirit and community, a testament to the perspicacity and resilience of women."

Book Editions

Book Editions

PaperbackReprintJune 01, 1991Random House Inc8"(h) x 5.25"(w) x 1"(d), 0.85 lbs.9780679733768

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