Author: Laderman, Carol
Title: Wives and Midwives: Childbirth and Nutrition in Rural Malaysia
Description: Ewing, New Jersey, U.S.A. Univ of California Pr, 1987. First Edition. Soft cover. 0520060369. Fine in Very Good jacket 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. pp.267 with index, bibliography and notes. A vivid picture of the daily life of rural Malays focusing on their dietary practices and the ritual and medical aspects of childbirth procedures. Apprenticed to a village midwife and a local shaman, the author was able to observe a traditional culture adapting to modern practices. clean tight copy slight edgewear, Near Fine.

Keywords: WOMEN STUDIES MALAYS ASIAN PEOPLE PUERPERIUM FAMILY 0520060369