1905 What a Young Girl Ought to Know, Mary Wood-Allen, Victorian Women’s Health

A Victorian-era women’s health and moral instruction book, this 1905 revised edition was part of the “Self and Sex” series written by Dr. Mary Wood-Allen—one of the few female physicians of her time and a leading voice in the purity and reform movements. Aimed at guiding young girls through the physical and moral changes of adolescence, it offers a fascinating look at how girlhood, health, and virtue were taught over a century ago.<br><br>Overall fair to good condition for its age:<br><br>• Cover: marks and wear at edges and corners (curled)<br>• Spine: marks and wear at ends<br>• Pages: overall good condition with some age marks, folded corners and small tears. First page is very loose (and may become detached, see picture)<br>• Edges: age marks and darkening<br><br>Please see all pictures as well to help determine condition.<br><br>Thanks for looking!<br><br>