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A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785–1812
Ever wonder what history looks like when it’s not about kings, battles, or famous speeches? Meet Martha Ballard—a midwife who scribbled about everything from births to backaches in 18th-century Maine. Turns out, her diary is a goldmine for understanding real women’s lives back then, not just the stuff textbooks usually shove at you.
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