Originally published in 1897, INTRODUCTION: The uterus or womb being a living organ adapted for special purposes has peculiarities all its own. In its early life - in fact at any time in its maiden state - its main function is, so to speak, to keep out of the way and obtrude itself upon its owner as little as may be: it has to bide; its day is not yet. Hence the virgin womb is, at any age, if quite healthy, and a normally undisturbed part of a normal person...........Organ Diseases of Women is a fascinating look at the subject with much of the information still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.