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A review by meganlee96
The Woman They Could Not Silence: The Timeless Story of an Outspoken Woman and the Men Who Tried to Make Her Disappear by Kate Moore
5.0
"In many instances it is not insanity, but individuality that caused women to be committed"
*My Thoughts *
This book is such a difficult, heart breaking but essential read. A non fiction that you only wish was fiction.
Elizabeth Packard is an essential feminist figure, standing up for those who needed a voice and knowing to how to use her own.
This book shines a light on the dark history of psychiatry and how many patients were (mis)treated at the hands of doctors & nurses.
It also showcases the deep roots of misogyny in society but particularly in healthcare that can still be seen today.
This was really well written and Moore told Elizabeth's story so thoroughly.
An easy 5 stars, even though it was heart wrenching.
Thank you to Kate Moore, Sourcebooks & NetGalley for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
*My Thoughts *
This book is such a difficult, heart breaking but essential read. A non fiction that you only wish was fiction.
Elizabeth Packard is an essential feminist figure, standing up for those who needed a voice and knowing to how to use her own.
This book shines a light on the dark history of psychiatry and how many patients were (mis)treated at the hands of doctors & nurses.
It also showcases the deep roots of misogyny in society but particularly in healthcare that can still be seen today.
This was really well written and Moore told Elizabeth's story so thoroughly.
An easy 5 stars, even though it was heart wrenching.
Thank you to Kate Moore, Sourcebooks & NetGalley for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review.