Forbidden Fruit

Jessica Cale’s "Forbidden Fruit" offers a compelling exploration of the often-overlooked history of contraception and abortion before Roe v. Wade, highlighting the active role women have played in controlling their fertility throughout history. Drawing on extensive research, the book showcases stories of remarkable women and the diverse methods they used across different eras, from ancient civilizations to modern times. It presents a perspective that women’s access to reproductive methods has historically been more widespread and less stigmatized than commonly believed, emphasizing the importance of understanding this history in today’s ongoing debates.