by Ami McKay · Editorial Planeta · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788408013938
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Set in Nova Scotia in the early 20th century, 'The Birth House' tells the story of Dora Rare, a young woman who discovers a special gift for midwifery. Under the tutelage of Marie Babineau, Dora delves into a world of ancestral remedies and female wisdom, while the arrival of a modern maternity center threatens traditions. Accused of witchcraft, Dora struggles to protect the ancestral knowledge of women in a community in transition. This unforgettable novel explores the struggle of women for control of their bodies and celebrates the importance of preserving ancestral wisdom in an increasingly dehumanized world.
