I read this when I was considering a homebirth but was fearful of the overall safety. The author presents a very well-thought out treatise supported by a great deal of research that helped me to understand the practices (certainly not the science) of modern obstetrics. I have not been able to find any other information to contradict his overall premise. I came away with a great education on what safe childbearing is all about.

This is one of the books that convinced me of the lack of true science or even logic in obstetrical care and hospital birth. There are lots of studies reviewed and statistics analyzed. Every bit of this book is fascinating and all the references are provided. There are arguments and rebuttals with logic clearly weighing heavily in favor of midwifery and homebirth. It is essential reading for anyone worried about taking the responsibility of the outcome of their birth in their own hands.