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Discover the inspiring life of Sophia Jex-Blake, a pioneering figure in the history of women in medicine, in ""The Life of Sophia Jex-Blake"" by Margaret Georgina Todd. This biography chronicles the remarkable journey of Jex-Blake (1840-1912), a central figure in the fight to open the medical profession to women. Explore her determined struggle against societal norms and institutional barriers as she defied expectations and paved the way for future generations of female doctors. Todd's meticulous account offers a compelling portrait of Jex-Blake's unwavering commitment to her cause and her enduring legacy as a feminist icon. This meticulously prepared republication of a historical text offers invaluable insight into the challenges and triumphs faced by women in the 19th century as they sought to break into male-dominated fields. A must-read for anyone interested in biography, the history of medicine, and the ongoing fight for equality. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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