• ISBN13: 9789364336185
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: N/A
• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: January 1, 2024
• Pages: 228
• Original Price: INR 450.0
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 406 grams
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This book "A Bluestocking in India: Her Medical Wards and Messages Home" offers a compelling account of a British woman's experiences in colonial India as a medical professional. The book combines personal reflections and detailed observations from Heston’s time working in Indian medical wards. Through her letters and narratives, Heston provides insight into the challenges and rewards of her medical work, as well as the cultural interactions and experiences that shaped her understanding of British colonial life in India.

Winifred Heston, (1872-1922) was a British medical professional and writer known for her work in colonial India. Her book, "A Bluestocking in India," details her experiences and medical service in India, offering a unique perspective on colonial life and healthcare through her personal observations and correspondence.