Hot Flushes, Cold Science - A History Of The Modern Menopause (Paperback)

A powerful, taboo-shattering medical and social history that redresses the myths and delivers the truths about menopause Meticulously researched and always entertaining, this book traces the history of "the change of life" from its appearance in classical texts and the medical literature of the 18th century to up-to-the-minute contemporary clinical approaches. For more than 2,000 years, attitudes toward menopause have created dread, shame, and confusion. Its progression from natural phenomenon to full-blown pathological condition led to bizarre treatments and often dangerous surgery, and formalized a misogyny which lingers in the treatment of menopausal women today. Delving into the archives, the boudoir, and the doctor's bag, this book reveals the elements that formed the menopause myth: chauvinism, collusion, trial, error, and secrecy. Absurd assumptions that have persisted through history are challenged here, such as the idea that sex stops at menopause, or that aging should be feared.

General

Imprint:	Granta Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2010
First published:	April 2010
Authors:	Louise Foxcroft
Dimensions:	198 x 129 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	352
ISBN-13:	978-1-84708-171-1
Categories:	Books > Medicine > General issues > History of medicine Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Popular medicine > Women's health Promotions
LSN:	1-84708-171-1
Barcode:	9781847081711

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