A Brief History of the Female Body: An Evolutionary Look at How and Why the Female Form Came to Be, (Paperback)

What if the most frustrating parts of the female body--period pain, pregnancy risks, menopause--weren't flaws, but features shaped by evolution?

In A Brief History of the Female Body, evolutionary biologist and mother of four Dr. Deena Emera blends groundbreaking science with personal insight to explain how evolution shaped the female body--and why it matters today.

Inside, readers will discover:

• Why menstruation, morning sickness, and menopause exist--and the evolutionary logic behind them
• How traits often seen as inconvenient or flawed are actually adaptive survival mechanisms
• The hidden biological trade-offs in pregnancy, childbirth, and female aging
• Accessible, stigma-free explanations of complex reproductive science
• Insights that empower women to better understand and advocate for their health

Praised as "eye-opening," "life-affirming," and "a must-read for every woman and those who love her," it's more than just a biology book--it's a guide to reclaiming ownership of the female body's story.